Certhia himalayana, himalayan treecreeper

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Certhia himalayana, himalayan treecreeper

A gouache by Khuleelooddeen, (c. 1830-40)

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This exquisite gouache painting depicts the Himalayan Treecreeper, Certhia himalayana, a small, intricately patterned bird native to the mountainous regions of the Indian subcontinent. Painted by the skilled hand of Khuleelooddeen around 1830-40, this illustration showcases the bird's distinctive features – its long, curved bill, spiky brown crest, and speckled, mottled plumage. The Himalayan Treecreeper is a member of the Certhiidae family and the Passeriformes order, which includes songbirds and perching birds. Its unique adaptation for climbing trees, with its short wings and long, stiff tail feathers, is not evident in this static representation. However, the artist masterfully captures the bird's alert and focused expression, as if it were about to set off on its search for insects hidden among the bark of trees. This illustration is an essential contribution to the rich history of ornithological art, which began in the late 16th century and continues to evolve today. Ornithology, the scientific study of birds, has its roots in the Sauropsida class, which includes reptiles and birds. The meticulous details in this painting reflect the growing interest in the natural world during the 19th century and the importance of documenting the diverse species that inhabit our planet. Jonathan Elphick, a renowned ornithologist and author, has annotated this artwork, providing valuable information about the bird's taxonomic classification and identifying it as the Bar-tailed Treecreeper. Khuleelooddeen's masterful gouache painting remains a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the enduring allure of avian species.

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