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Booted racket-tail, Ocreatus underwoodii
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Booted racket-tail, Ocreatus underwoodii
Booted racket-tail, Ocreatus underwoodii (Trochilus Spathura underwoodii). Male in flight and female on plant tendril. Handcoloured steel engraving from W.C.L. Martins A General History of Humming-birds or the Trochilidae, Bohn, London, 1852
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This hand-colored steel engraving showcases the stunning beauty of the Booted Racket-tail hummingbird, Ocreatus underwoodii, with both the male in flight and the female perched on a plant tendril. The intricate details of their iridescent plumage are expertly rendered, with the male's distinctive boot-shaped feathers on his rump and the female's greenish-olive back and rusty-red underparts. Published in W.C.L. Martin's "A General History of Humming-birds or the Trochilidae," this exquisite print was produced by the renowned firm of John Gould and Company in London in 1852. The meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors in the engraving reflect the high-quality standards of the time, making it a valuable addition to any natural history collection. The Booted Racket-tail is native to Central and South America and is known for its agility in flight, able to hover in mid-air and fly in any direction with incredible speed. The male's long, curved racket-shaped tail feathers are used in courtship displays, creating a distinctive buzzing sound that attracts females. The female, on the other hand, is more subtly colored to blend in with her surroundings while she builds her nest and raises her young. This engraving not only serves as a beautiful work of art but also as an important record of the natural history of these fascinating creatures. The Booted Racket-tail remains a beloved subject of study and appreciation among ornithologists, naturalists, and bird enthusiasts around the world.
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