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African cuckoo, Cuculus gularis
African cuckoo, Cuculus gularis (Lineated cuckoo, Cuculus lineatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology: Birds of Western Africa, Edinburgh, W.H. Lizars, 1837
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts the African Cuckoo, Cuculus gularis, also known as the Lineated Cuckoo or Lineated Hoopoe-Cuckoo. The image is taken from Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, volume on Birds of Western Africa, published in Edinburgh by W.H. Lizars in 1837. The illustration is the work of the renowned natural history artist, William Swainson, and was expertly engraved by William Lizars. The African Cuckoo is a resident breeder in the savannas and forests of sub-Saharan Africa. This cuckoo is characterized by its distinctive black and white plumage, with a lineated pattern on its belly and a long, curved beak. The species is known for its brood parasitic behavior, where it lays its eggs in the nests of other bird species, allowing the cuckoo chicks to be raised by the foster parents. This beautiful illustration captures the African Cuckoo in fine detail, showcasing its intricate feather patterns and the delicate shading used in the hand-coloring process. The engraving technique used by Lizars allows for a high level of detail and precision, making this an exceptional representation of the African Cuckoo. The image is a testament to the skill and dedication of the natural history artists and engravers of the 19th century, who worked tirelessly to document and preserve the natural world for future generations.
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