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American long-eared owl and short-eared owl
American long-eared owl, Asio otus 1, and short-eared owl with prey, Asio flammeus 2, males. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania, E.K. Mayers, Harrisburg, 1890
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Americanus Audubon Benjamin Billed Coccyzus Cuckoo Eared Harry Ornithological Ornithology Pennsylvania Report Warren Erythropthalmus Short
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This chromolithograph depicts two distinctive owl species native to the United States: the American Long-eared Owl (Asio otus, male 1) and the Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus, male 2). The image is an ornithological illustration by the renowned naturalist and artist, John James Audubon, as featured in Benjamin Harry Warren's Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania, published in Harrisburg in 1890. The American Long-eared Owl, also known as the Cuckoo Owl due to its brood parasitic habits, is characterized by its long, ear-like tufts, yellow eyes, and black body with white speckles. The Long-eared Owl is a nocturnal hunter, relying on its excellent hearing to locate prey in the dark. The Short-eared Owl, on the other hand, has distinctive yellow eyes and short ear tufts, earning it its name. This owl is unique among its relatives for its open-country habitat and diurnal hunting behavior. In the image, the Short-eared Owl is shown with its prey in its talons, adding to the intrigue of this print. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this 19th-century chromolithograph, produced by the E.K. Mayers Company, showcase the meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to scientific accuracy that defined the ornithological illustrations of John James Audubon and his contemporaries. This print is a testament to the rich history of American ornithology and the enduring fascination with the natural world.
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