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Ammodramus henslowii, Henslows sparrow
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Ammodramus henslowii, Henslows sparrow
Plate 70 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Ammodramus henslowii, or Henslow's Sparrow, is depicted in this stunning hand-colored aquatint plate from John James Audubon's "Birds of America." This exquisite print, which is part of the original double elephant folio edition produced between 1827 and 130, showcases the intricate details of this North American bird species. The Henslow's Sparrow is a member of the Emberizidae family, order Passeriformes, and is named after the English naturalist Henry Thomas De la Beche Henslow. The bird is shown perched on a branch of an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in a fruit. The specific flowering plant depicted in the background is an asterid, a large and diverse clade of eudicots, which includes the Rosids and the Euasterids. The flowering plant is likely from the family Amaryllidaceae, specifically the subfamily Amaryllidoideae, as the flowers resemble those of certain members of this family, such as the European Plum (Prunus domestica). The Henslow's Sparrow is characterized by its brown and gray plumage, with a distinctive white eye stripe and a long, awned tail. The bird's beak is short and conical, suited for its omnivorous diet. The hand-coloring of the plate brings out the intricate details of the bird's feathers and the delicate shades of the flowering plant, making for a visually stunning representation of these natural wonders. This plate is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy of Audubon's work, which continues to inspire and captivate audiences over two centuries after its creation. The intricate details of the bird and the flowering plant are a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving these precious ecosystems for future generations.
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