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Cliff swallow and barn swallow
Cliff swallow, Petrochelidon pyrrhonota 1, and barn swallow, Hirundo rustica 2. 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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In this stunning chromolithograph from the late 19th century, two species of swallows, the Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota, depicted in the foreground) and the Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica, in the background), are beautifully illustrated in their natural habitat. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this ornithological masterpiece are a testament to the skill of the artist, John James Audubon, and the advanced printing techniques of the time. The Cliff Swallow, with its distinctive orange-red breast and back, is perched on a cliffside nest made of mud pellets. The young bird, still in its gray and brown juvenile plumage, sits nearby, observing its parent. The Barn Swallow, with its glossy blue-black back and rust-colored belly, is shown in flight, its wings outstretched, and its long, deeply forked tail streaming behind. The green heron (Butorides virescens) makes a cameo appearance in the lower left corner of the print, adding to the richness of the scene. The heron's colorful plumage, with its greenish-blue back and white underparts, contrasts strikingly with the swallows' vibrant hues. This image is taken from Benjamin Harry Warren's Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania, published in Harrisburg in 1890. The report, which includes this and other beautiful illustrations, was a significant contribution to the field of ornithology in the United States during the 19th century. The combination of Audubon's expert observations and the innovative chromolithograph printing process resulted in a visually stunning and scientifically accurate record of these birds, which continue to captivate us with their grace and beauty today.
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