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Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis
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Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis
Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis.. Handcolored steel engraving by Joseph Kidd from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Browns Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, Edinburgh, 1833
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This exquisite handcolored steel engraving showcases the vibrant beauty of the Blue-crowned Lorikeet, Vini australis. The intricate detailing in this image, taken from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Brown's Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, published in Edinburgh in 1833, is a testament to the skill of the engraver, Joseph Kidd. The Blue-crowned Lorikeet is a medium-sized parrot native to the Pacific islands, with distinctive blue crowns and purple heads. Their plumage is a stunning blend of blues, greens, and purples, creating a breathtaking contrast against their bright orange beaks and feet. The Blue-crowned Lorikeet is a vital part of the rich biodiversity of the Pacific islands, and their image was a valuable addition to the natural history collections of the 19th century. This engraving, produced during a time when ornithology was a burgeoning scientific discipline, would have been a prized possession for any natural history enthusiast or scholar. The Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots was a groundbreaking work, featuring a comprehensive collection of parrot species from around the world. The publication of such works played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the natural world and documenting the diversity of life on Earth. This Blue-crowned Lorikeet engraving is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world, and a reminder of the role that scientific inquiry and artistic expression played in preserving and celebrating it.
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