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Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus
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Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus
Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus (Rufus-crowned tody, Lepturus ruficeps). 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 exquisitely detailed hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Tawny-crowned Pygmy Tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus, also known as the Rufous-crowned Toddy or Lepturus ruficeps. The image was created by the skilled hands of William Lizars and William Swainson for Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, specifically the volume dedicated to Flycatchers. Published in Edinburgh in 1836, this work was a significant contribution to the scientific community during the Victorian era. The Tawny-crowned Pygmy Tyrant is a small bird native to South America, specifically found in the forests of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. This bird is characterized by its distinctive tawny-colored crown, which contrasts sharply with its dark plumage. The Pygmy Tyrant is a member of the Tyrant Flycatcher family and is known for its agile hunting skills, perching on branches and waiting for insects to come within reach before swooping down to catch them in mid-air. The intricate engraving captures the bird's fine details, from its beady eyes to its long, curved beak and the delicate feathers on its wings. The use of hand-coloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a beautiful addition to any natural history collection. This engraving is not only a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 19th century but also a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the natural world.
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