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Sword-billed hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera
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Sword-billed hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera
Sword-billed hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera (Docimastes ensiferus). Male, female and young male. Handcoloured steel engraving from W.C.L. Martins A General History of Humming-birds or the Trochilidae, Bohn, London, 1852
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Gould Humming Birds Hummingbird Juvenile Martin Nest Ensifera Sword Billed
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This print showcases the unique beauty of the Sword-billed Hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera (formerly known as Docimastes ensiferus), in its various forms: male, female, and juvenile. The intricately hand-colored steel engraving is an exquisite example from W.C.L. Martin's "A General History of Humming-birds or the Trochilidae," published in London by Bohn in 1852. The Sword-billed Hummingbird, native to South America, is renowned for its distinctive elongated, downward-curving beak, which resembles a sword. This beak adaptation is perfectly suited for extracting nectar from the long, tubular flowers of its native habitat. The male Sword-billed Hummingbird is adorned with iridescent plumage, displaying an array of vibrant colors, including emerald green, sapphire blue, and brilliant red. The female, on the other hand, sports a more subdued, greenish-brown appearance. The juvenile bird can be identified by its less vibrant plumage and shorter, less curved beak. The print's intricate details reveal the delicate features of these remarkable birds, from their tiny feet to their intricately patterned feathers. The background showcases a nest, adding an element of their natural habitat to the composition. The Sword-billed Hummingbird is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and this exquisite print serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of these fascinating creatures as they were documented over a century ago.
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