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Black-Fronted and White-Fronted Terns
Black Fronted Tern Tarapirohe, Chlidonias albostriatus. White Fronted Tern Tara, Sterna striata. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.2 Plate 31 Date: 1888
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A History Of The Birds Of New Zealand Buller Charadriiformes Gull Jg Keulemans John Gerrard Keulemans Keulemans Laridae Sauropsid Sauropsida Sea Gull Seagull Tern Watercolor
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This stunning watercolor artwork by the renowned Dutch naturalist artist JG Keulemans, featured in Sir Walter Lawry Buller's "A History of the Birds of New Zealand" Volume 2, captures the exquisite details of two distinctive New Zealand seabirds - the Black-fronted Tern (Chlidonias albostriatus) and the White-fronted Tern (Sterna striata). The Black-fronted Tern, also known as Tarapirohe in Maori, is a large tern with a distinctive black bill and legs. They are found along the coasts and offshore islands of New Zealand and are a common sight during the summer months. These birds are agile flyers and are adept at catching fish in flight or from the surface of the water. The White-fronted Tern, or Tara in Maori, is a smaller tern with a white head and underparts, and a black cap and wings. They are also found along the coasts and offshore islands of New Zealand, and are known for their acrobatic flying skills and their distinctive call. Keulemans' meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate plumage patterns and the lifelike representation of the birds' expressions and postures. The artist's use of watercolor creates a sense of depth and texture, bringing the birds to life on the page. This artwork is a testament to the rich natural history of New Zealand and the dedication of early naturalists like Buller and Keulemans to documenting the country's unique avian species. It is a valuable historical record and a beautiful work of art in its own right.
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