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Motacilla flava, yellow wagtail
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Motacilla flava, yellow wagtail
Watercolour by Henrik Gr� ld (1924-5)
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1858 1940 Birds The Art Of Ornithology Breast Brow Elphick Gronvold Henrik Henrik Gronvold Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Motacilla Motacillidae Motacilla Flava
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the Motacilla flava, commonly known as the Yellow Wagtail, a small migratory bird belonging to the Motacillidae family. Painted by the Danish artist Henrik Gronvold (1924-195), this illustration showcases the bird's intricate anatomy and vibrant colors, making it a stunning addition to any natural history collection. The Yellow Wagtail is easily recognizable by its long, yellow central tail feathers, which it displays prominently during flight and while foraging on the ground. The bird's back is a rich, olive-green color, with a yellow breast and a distinctive white eyebrow stripe running from the base of its bill to the back of its eyes. The long, pointed bill is a dark color, contrasting with the bright yellow legs and feet. The painting captures the bird in its daytime habitat, likely near a body of water. Yellow Wagtails are often found in open grasslands, marshes, and wetlands, where they feed on insects and other invertebrates. The artist, Henrik Gronvold, expertly renders the details of the bird's feathers, giving the painting a lifelike quality that transports the viewer to the bird's natural environment. Jonathan Elphick, the collector of this artwork, was a renowned ornithologist and natural history illustrator who amassed a vast collection of bird paintings during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This painting is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the avian world and the art of ornithology.
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