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Jamaican tody, Todus todus, and banded broadbill
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Jamaican tody, Todus todus, and banded broadbill
Jamaican tody, Todus todus, and banded broadbill, Eurylaimus javanicus. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849
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Banded Broadbill Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Dorbigny Edouard Fournier Jamaican Javanicus Naturelle Todus Tody Travies Universel Viridis
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1. Title: "A Tropical Duo: The Jamaican Toddy and Banded Broadbill" This hand-colored engraving, created by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies, showcases two intriguing bird species native to the Caribbean islands - the Jamaican Toddy, Todus todus, and the Banded Broadbill, Eurylaimus javanicus. The Jamaican Toddy, also known as the Green Toddy or the Jamaican Fruitcrow, is a small, colorful bird with a distinctive crest and a bright red eye. The Toddy is primarily found in the forests of Jamaica, Cuba, and Hispaniola. They are known for their agility and their diet, which consists mostly of fruit. The Banded Broadbill, on the other hand, is a medium-sized bird with a distinctive black and white banded head and a long, curved beak. They are native to Central and South America, but the subspecies depicted in this illustration, E. j. javanicus, is endemic to Jamaica. These birds are typically found in the forest canopy and feed on insects, fruit, and small vertebrates. This beautiful engraving is taken from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle (Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris in 1849. The work was a comprehensive reference book on natural history, featuring illustrations and descriptions of a wide range of plants, animals, and minerals. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving highlights the artists' skill and the importance of natural history in the 19th century. The Jamaican Toddy and Banded Broadbill are just two of the many fascinating species that can be found in the tropical forests of the Caribbean and beyond. This engraving serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of our planet and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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