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Megapodius decollatus, New Guinea megapode
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Megapodius decollatus, New Guinea megapode
Plate 36 from Louis-Isidore Duperreys Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, (1826). From drawings made during his voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia, Papua New Guinea and Australia
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Plate 36 from Louis-Isidore Duperrey's "Voyage de la Coquille" (1822-1825) Zoologie Atlas (1826) presents a captivating illustration of the New Guinea Megapode, Megapodius decollatus. This historical image, drawn during Duperrey's voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia, Papua New Guinea, and Australia, showcases the distinctive features of this intriguing bird. The New Guinea Megapode, also known as the Bald Megapode or the Blue Megapode, is a large, brown, long-legged fowl belonging to the Megapodiidae family. The bird is depicted with its distinctive blue face and grey crest, which contrasts starkly with its bald, brown body. Its long, curved claws are also clearly visible, adapted for digging in the sand or soil to incubate its eggs. Duperrey's atlas, which includes this illustration, was a significant contribution to the scientific community during the 19th century. The meticulously detailed anatomy of the birds, as well as other animals and plants, was a testament to the skill and dedication of the naturalists and artists who accompanied the expedition. The New Guinea Megapode is an interesting bird that continues to fascinate ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts. Its unique appearance and intriguing breeding habits make it a valuable addition to any collection of historical bird illustrations. This image, with its rich detail and historical significance, is a testament to the importance of exploration and scientific discovery in the 19th century.
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