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Aegithalos caudatus, long-tailed tit
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Aegithalos caudatus, long-tailed tit
Plate 28 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Bill Birds Of Great Britain Chick Conifer Coniferae Coniferophyta Coniferous Feeding Gould Gymnosperm John Gould Larch Aegithalidae Aegithalos Aegithalos Caudatus
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Plate 28 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 2 (1873) presents a captivating hand-coloured lithograph of the Long-tailed Tit, Aegithalos caudatus. The image showcases this small, agile bird perched on a conifer branch, its vibrant plumage in full display. The Long-tailed Tit is a member of the Aegithalidae family, native to Europe and Asia. John Gould, a renowned English publisher and printmaker, meticulously captured the intricate details of the Long-tailed Tit's anatomy, from its long, bushy tail to its distinctive, curved bill. The bird's piercing, bright eyes convey a sharp, alert gaze, adding to the overall sense of life and energy in the illustration. The Long-tailed Tit is often found in coniferous forests and woodlands, where it feeds on insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. In this image, the bird appears to be examining a conifer cone, possibly searching for seeds or insects hidden within. The coniferous background adds to the sense of the bird's natural habitat and provides a beautiful contrast to the vivid colours of the Long-tailed Tit's feathers. The hand-colouring technique used in this illustration adds a level of depth and richness to the image, enhancing the beauty of the Long-tailed Tit and the coniferous setting. The 19th-century artistry of John Gould's work is evident in the intricate details and lifelike quality of this print.
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