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Limnodromus griseus, short-billed dowitcher
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Limnodromus griseus, short-billed dowitcher
Plate 76 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Bill Billed Birds Of Great Britain Charadriiformes Gould John Gould Mottled Dowitcher Limnodromus Limnodromus Griseus
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Plate 76 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 4 (1873): A Stunning Hand-Coloured Lithograph of the Short-billed Dowitcher (Limnodromus griseus) This exquisite hand-coloured lithograph depicts the Short-billed Dowitcher (Limnodromus griseus), a fascinating wading bird belonging to the Charadriiformes order. The illustration, part of John Gould's renowned series, The Birds of Great Britain, was created in the nineteenth century and showcases the intricate details of this species. The Short-billed Dowitcher is easily identified by its short, orange-based bill, which is mottled with brown and grey. Its plumage is predominantly greyish-brown, with a long, slender neck and a stocky body. This bird is often found in wetland habitats, such as marshes and mudflats, where it probes the mud with its bill to feed on small invertebrates. The illustration captures the Short-billed Dowitcher in its natural habitat, standing outside on a daytime scene. The artist has skillfully rendered the intricacies of the bird's feathers, creating a lifelike representation that brings the viewer closer to the beauty and elegance of this remarkable creature. John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain is a seminal work in the history of ornithological illustration. This series, produced between 1832 and 1837, features over 300 plates, each meticulously hand-coloured by skilled artists. The result is a stunning collection of avian species that continues to captivate and inspire ornithologists, naturalists, and art lovers alike. This particular plate, with its intricate details and vibrant colours, is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artists and craftsmen involved in creating this masterpiece over 150 years ago.
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