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Black wheatear, Oenanthe leucura
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Black wheatear, Oenanthe leucura
Black wheatear, Oenanthe leucura (White tailed thrush, Turdus leucurus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822
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Latham Oenanthe Ornithology Tailed Thrush Turdus Wheatear Leucurus
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate print showcases the striking features of the Black Wheatear, Oenanthe leucura, also known as the White-tailed Thrush or Turdus leucurus. The image, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist John Latham for his seminal work "A General History of Birds," published in Winchester in 1822, captures the bird's intricate plumage and distinctive markings with remarkable detail. The Black Wheatear is a small, agile bird native to Africa, with black plumage, a white underbelly, and a distinctive white tail. This species is known for its ability to adapt to various habitats, from arid deserts to mountainous regions. The Black Wheatear's diet consists mainly of insects, which it locates by sight or by probing the ground with its long, curved beak. The intricate process of creating this print involved several steps. First, Latham would carefully draw the bird based on his observations and studies. The drawing was then transferred to a copper plate, which was etched with fine lines to create the outlines and textures of the bird. The plate was then inked and wiped, leaving the raised lines with ink. Finally, the print was hand-colored, adding vibrant hues to bring the image to life. This beautiful print is a testament to Latham's dedication to documenting the natural world and his skill as an artist and scientist. It remains an important contribution to the field of ornithology and a stunning work of art in its own right.
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