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Calyptorhynchus funereus, yellow-tailed black cockatoo
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Calyptorhynchus funereus, yellow-tailed black cockatoo
Watercolour 137 by Thomas Watling from the Watling Collection titled Banksian Cockatoo, native name Kar ratt
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18th Century Cacatuidae Calyptorhynchus Cheek Cockatoo Crest Feather Perched Perching Plume Psittaciformes Sauropsid Sauropsida Tailed Thomas Watling Watling Black Cockatoo
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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Banksian Cockatoo" or "Kar ratt," showcases the striking features of the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus funereus. Created by renowned English naturalist and artist Thomas Watling in the late 18th century, this illustration is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, a native of Australia, is a member of the Cacatuidae family and the order Psittaciformes, which includes parrots and other parrot-like birds. The bird is named for its distinctive yellow tail feathers, which contrast sharply with its black plumage. In this illustration, the cockatoo is depicted perched on a branch, its crest raised proudly, and its head turned to one side, revealing the distinctive white cheek patches. The artist has captured the intricacies of the bird's anatomy, from the quills of its feathers to the delicate curves of its beak. The Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo is an important species in its native habitat, playing a crucial role in seed dispersal and forest regeneration. The bird's diet consists mainly of eucalyptus seeds, which it obtains by cracking open the hard seeds with its powerful beak. Thomas Watling's watercolor painting is a beautiful representation of the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo and a valuable addition to any natural history collection. The illustration is a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the natural world and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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