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Bearded barbet, Pogonornis dubius
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Bearded barbet, Pogonornis dubius
Bearded barbet, Pogonornis dubius (Groove-beaked pogonia, Pogonia sulcirostris). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815
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1. Title: Bearded Barbet (Pogonornis dubius), also Known as the Groove-beaked Pogonia or Sulcirostris, Showcased in a Hand-coloured Copperplate Engraving 2. Description: This image showcases the Bearded Barbet (Pogonornis dubius), an intriguing bird species native to Central and West Africa. The Bearded Barbet is also known by alternative names, including the Groove-beaked Pogonia (Pogonia sulcirostris) and the Lybius bearded (Lybius dubius). 3. History: This stunning hand-coloured copperplate engraving was drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist and artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1815. The publication was published by McMillan in London. 4. Anatomy and Features: The Bearded Barbet is easily recognizable by its distinctive features, including the long, curved beak, which gives it the alternative name "Groove-beaked Pogonia." The bird's plumage is a vibrant combination of green, blue, and purple, with a red eye and a yellow bill. 5. Habitat and Distribution: The Bearded Barbet is native to Central and West Africa, primarily found in forested regions and savannas. They are social birds that live in groups and are known to excavate their nests in the soft banks of rivers and streams. 6. Significance: This beautiful engraving is an essential contribution to the field of ornithology, providing a detailed and accurate record of the Bearded Barbet's appearance. It is a testament to the skill and dedication of Richard Polydore Nodder and William Elford Leach in documenting the natural world. 7. Conservation: The Bearded Barbet is currently listed as a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). However, habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and human encroachment pose a threat to their populations. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect their habitats and ensure their continued survival.
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