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Broad-billed parrot
Plate 7 from Extinct and Vanishing Birds of the World, Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1907). Date: 1907
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1868 1937 Bill Billed Broad Crest Curved Flightless Habitat Lionel Rothschild Lionel Walter Rothschild Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild Mauritius Nocturnal Parrot Psittacidae Psittaciformes Rothschild Sauropsid Sauropsida Tuft Walter Rothschild
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Plate 7 from Extinct and Vanishing Birds of the World" features an illustration of the Broad-billed Parrot (Lophopsittacus mauritianus), a once vibrant and distinctive avian species native to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. The Broad-billed Parrot, also known as the Mauritius Parrot or the Rodrigues Parrot, was a member of the Psittacidae family, or parrots, and the Psittaciformes order, or parrots and related birds. This illustration was created in 1907 by Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937), a prominent British naturalist, ornithologist, and collector. The Broad-billed Parrot is easily identified by its distinctive broad, curved, and blue bill, which was adapted for crushing the hard seeds that made up a significant portion of its diet. The parrot also had a crest on its head, a tuft on its nape, and a blue body with a greenish-yellow belly. The parrot was flightless, making it uniquely adapted to its island habitat. The Broad-billed Parrot was a diurnal species, meaning it was active during the daytime hours. However, it is believed that some individuals may have exhibited nocturnal behavior. The parrot's habitat was limited to Mauritius, and it was likely found in wooded areas and forests near water. Unfortunately, the Broad-billed Parrot became extinct in the wild in the late 1800s due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species. The last known Broad-billed Parrot was seen in the wild in 1835. Lord Rothschild's illustration serves as an important reminder of this once magnificent and unique avian species. This illustration is a valuable historical record of the Broad-billed Parrot and is a testament to Lord Rothschild's dedication to documenting the natural world. The illustration is a sauropsid, a term used to describe reptiles and birds, and is an example of the intricate detail and accuracy that was achieved during the Victorian era in the field of natural history illustration.
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