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Screaming piha, Lipaugus vociferans
Screaming piha, Lipaugus vociferans (Grey piha, Lathria cinerea). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology: Flycatchers, Edinburgh, W.H. Lizars, 1836
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This stunning handcoloured steel engraving depicts the Screaming Piha, Lipaugus vociferans (previously known as Grey Piha, Lathria cinerea), a vibrant and distinctive bird native to the rainforests of South America. The Piha is named for its distinctive call, which sounds like a scream or a loud "pi-ha," and can be heard throughout the forest. The illustration was created by the renowned naturalist and illustrator, William Swainson, and was published in Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology, specifically the volume dedicated to Flycatchers. The engraving was expertly executed by William Lizars, a prominent Scottish engraver and printer of the time. The Piha is a small, arboreal bird, with a plump body and a distinctive crest of feathers on its head. The male and female have different plumage, with the male being greyish-brown overall, and the female being a more muted brown with a reddish-brown belly. The Piha is an omnivorous bird, feeding on fruits, insects, and small vertebrates. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistry of the time, capturing the essence of this fascinating bird and preserving it for future generations to appreciate. The intricate handcolouring adds depth and texture to the image, making it a true work of art. The Piha remains an important part of the biodiversity of the South American rainforest, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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