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A naturalist being mobbed by Pteroglossus beauharnaesii, cur
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A naturalist being mobbed by Pteroglossus beauharnaesii, cur
Illustration from Henry Walter Bates The Naturalist on the Amazons (1884)
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In this illustration from Henry Walter Bates's seminal work, "The Naturalist on the Amazons," published between 1825 and 1892, we witness a dramatic encounter between a naturalist, identified as a member of Homo sapiens, and a flock of Pteroglossus beauharnaesii, also known as the curl-crested aracaris or Brazilian pyes. The naturalist, with his characteristic 19th-century attire, is shown being mobbed by the vibrant, crested birds in the lush Amazonian forest. The naturalist's expression conveys a mixture of awe, fascination, and perhaps a hint of apprehension as the avian flock descends upon him. The birds, with their distinctive curled crests and bright, colorful plumage, are armed with powerful, hooked beaks, which they use to probe for fruit and nuts. Their beaks are prominently displayed in the illustration, adding to the sense of intensity and energy in the scene. This monochrome image, which captures the essence of the Amazon rainforest and the natural world's intricate web of life, is a testament to the groundbreaking work of Henry Walter Bates, a pioneering naturalist and explorer. Bates's meticulous observations and detailed records of the natural world helped advance the field of ornithology and our understanding of the Amazon region. This illustration, which showcases the naturalist's encounter with the curl-crested aracaris, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past and the wonders of the natural world.
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