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Coracias temminckii, purple-winged roller
Plate 56 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 1, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph
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Plate 56 from John Gould's renowned work, "The Birds of Asia," Volume 1, showcases the captivating Purple-winged Roller, Coracias temminckii. This exquisite hand-coloured lithograph, produced during the 19th century, offers a vivid and intricate representation of this striking bird native to Indonesia and other parts of Asia. The Purple-winged Roller, also known as the Asian Roller, is a member of the Coraciidae family, which is part of the larger Coraciiformes order. This order includes the lizard-like Diapsida reptiles, as well as the Lepidosauria, which includes both the Coracias lepidosaur and the Lacertilia lizards. In this image, a pair of Purple-winged Rollers can be seen perched on a tree branch, their grey bodies adorned with iridescent purple and green wings that fan out behind them. Their long, curved beaks are slightly open, suggesting they may be in the process of eating. The intricate details of their feathers, beaks, and eyes are beautifully rendered, showcasing the skill of the lithographer and the colorist. The Purple-winged Roller is a popular bird among birdwatchers and natural history enthusiasts, and this stunning hand-coloured lithograph is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the avian world in Asia during the 19th century. This image, along with the rest of John Gould's "Birds of Asia," remains an important historical and artistic record of the natural world and the scientific exploration of it during this period.
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