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European golden plover, Pluvialis apricaria
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European golden plover, Pluvialis apricaria
European golden plover, Pluvialis apricaria, and ringed plover, Charadrius hiaticula. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Casse Charadrius Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fries Guerin Meneville Naturelle Ornithology Pittoresque Plover Ringed Apricaria Hiaticula Pluvialis
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1. Title: "European Golden Plovers and Ringed Plovers: A Natural Wonders Duo" This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving, created by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries, showcases two fascinating wading bird species: the European Golden Plover (Pluvialis apricaria) and the Ringed Plover (Charadrius hiaticula). The image is taken from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" or "Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History," published in Paris between 1834 and 1839. The European Golden Plover, depicted on the left, is a medium-sized wading bird with a distinctive golden-brown plumage, black and white stripes on its back, and a long, curved beak. This bird is a migratory species, breeding in the Arctic tundra and wintering in southern Europe and Africa. The European Golden Plover is known for its intricate courtship display, which involves a series of jumps and calls. On the right, the Ringed Plover is shown with its slender, dark-brown body, white underparts, and orange-red legs. This small wading bird is a resident breeder in Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Ringed Plover is named for the distinctive black and orange rings on its legs, which help identify individual birds. Both species are essential components of their respective ecosystems, playing a crucial role in controlling insect populations and maintaining the balance of their wetland habitats. This engraving not only highlights their striking beauty but also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these precious natural wonders for future generations.
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