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Gavia stellata, red-throated diver
Plate 45 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Plate 45 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 5 (1873) presents a stunning hand-coloured lithograph of the Red-throated Diver, Gavia stellata. This exquisite illustration showcases the anatomy and intricate details of this magnificent bird, a member of the Gaviiformes (loon) family and the Gaviidae (diver) subfamily. The Red-throated Diver is a large, fluffy-feathered bird with a distinctive grey head and long, slender neck. Its most striking feature is the vibrant red throat, which is prominently displayed in this illustration. The bird's long, pointed wings and webbed feet are perfectly adapted for swimming and diving in the daytime waters of the Northern Hemisphere. John Gould's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the illustration, with every feather, vein, and contour rendered in beautiful detail. The background features a serene lake, with reflections of the surrounding trees and foliage. The Red-throated Diver is depicted in the foreground, poised on one leg, with its head turned to gaze intently at the viewer. In the background, a chick can be seen nestled amongst the rocks, illustrating the bird's breeding habits. The Red-throated Diver is a migratory bird, spending its summers in the Arctic regions and winters in the North Atlantic and North Sea. This illustration captures the essence of the bird's beauty and grace, providing a window into the natural world of the 19th century.
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