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Least sandpiper and Virginia rail
Least sandpiper, Calidris minutilla 1 and Virginia rail, Rallus limicola 2. Males in fall plumage. 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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This stunning chromolithograph depicts two wading birds, the Least Sandpiper (Calidris minutilla, male on the left) and the Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola, male on the right), in their autumn plumage. The image is an ornithological illustration by the renowned naturalist and artist, John James Audubon, taken from Benjamin Harry Warren's Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania, published by E.K. Mayers in Harrisburg in 1890. The Least Sandpiper, as its name suggests, is the smallest sandpiper species in the Americas. It is characterized by its short, dark bill and bright orange-red legs. The Virginia Rail, on the other hand, is a marsh bird with a brownish-gray plumage, long toes, and a distinctive white stripe above its eye. Both birds are shown in their natural habitat, with the Least Sandpiper seemingly in the act of catching a fish, while the Virginia Rail appears alert and watchful. The background of the print features various other birds, including a hawk and an Osprey (Pandion haliaetus), both birds of prey that would have been common predators of these wading birds. The intricate details of the feathers, beaks, and eyes of each bird are beautifully rendered, showcasing Audubon's exceptional talent as an artist. This 19th-century print is a testament to the rich natural history of the United States and the importance of preserving and documenting the natural world. The vibrant colors and meticulous detail make it a valuable addition to any collection of ornithological illustrations or natural history prints.
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