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Eastern black-eared wheatear, Oenanthe melanoleuca
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Eastern black-eared wheatear, Oenanthe melanoleuca
Eastern black-eared wheatear, Oenanthe melanoleuca (Georgian flycatcher, Muscicapa melanoleuca). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1804
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1. Title: "The Eastern Black-eared Wheatear (Oenanthe melanoleuca) - A Striking Avian Species from the Georgian Era" This illustration showcases the Eastern Black-eared Wheatear (Oenanthe melanoleuca), a small yet vibrant bird species native to Eastern Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The image is an exquisite hand-coloured copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artists Richard Polydore Nodder and George Shaw. It was first published in their comprehensive work, "The Naturalist's Miscellany," in London, 1804. The Eastern Black-eared Wheatear, also known as the Georgian Flycatcher or Muscicapa melanoleuca, is characterized by its distinctive black ear patches, which contrast sharply with its otherwise brown and white plumage. This bird is a member of the Wheatear family (Oenanthe), known for their long, slender legs and agile movements. During the Georgian era, natural history and ornithology were popular fields of study, and works like "The Naturalist's Miscellany" played a significant role in documenting and preserving the natural world. This illustration is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time, providing us with an accurate and beautiful representation of this fascinating bird species. The Eastern Black-eared Wheatear is a migratory bird, traveling between its breeding grounds in Europe and Asia and its wintering areas in North Africa. It is an insectivorous bird, feeding primarily on insects and other invertebrates. Today, this species remains a popular subject for birdwatchers and naturalists, continuing to captivate our curiosity and appreciation for the natural world. This illustration not only serves as a beautiful work of art but also as a valuable historical record, providing us with a glimpse into the natural history of the Eastern Black-eared Wheatear during the Georgian era.
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