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Whiskered shrike, Lanius mystaceus
Whiskered shrike, Lanius mystaceus. A made up bird, composed of the Lanius ferrugineus, with the belly and tail feathers of a species of Psittacus and breast and vent feathers of a species of Malaconotus. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806. Whiskered shrike, Lanius mystaceus. A made up bird, composed of the Lanius ferrugineus, with the belly and tail feathers of a species of Psittacus and breast and vent feathers of a species of Malaconotus. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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This illustration showcases the Whiskered Shrike, Lanius mystaceus, a fantastical avian creation that defies the boundaries of reality. The Whiskered Shrike is a mythical bird, ingeniously assembled from various elements of existing species. Its body is derived from the Red-backed Shrike, Lanius ferrugineus, with its distinctive hooked beak and robust build. However, the Whiskered Shrike's allure lies in its unique plumage. The belly and tail feathers of this enigmatic bird are borrowed from a species of Psittacus, the vibrant and colorful parrot family. In contrast, the breast and vent feathers are reminiscent of the Malaconotus species, known for their rich, saturated colors and intricate patterns. This exquisite illustration was meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published as a handcoloured copperplate engraving in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, in London, 1806. The intricate details and lifelike quality of the illustration serve to highlight the beauty and allure of this imaginary avian creation. The Whiskered Shrike, with its striking combination of colors and features, continues to captivate the imagination and inspire wonder in natural history enthusiasts and artists alike.
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