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Notes relating to Asian Paradise Flycatcher
Original watercolour drawings and illustrated MS relating to Indian Birds, forming one of a set of volumes from which the illustrated MS work by Tickell on Mammals, &c. of India, in the Library of the Zoological Society of London was elaborated. Samuel Richard Tickell (c.1809-1875) Date: c, 1848 NHM Library Zoology 88 o TIC Date: crica 1848
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Fly Catcher Flycatcher Monarchidae Ornithology Passeriformes Passerine Samuel Sauropsid Sauropsida Terpsiphone Watercolor Paradise Flycatcher Tickell
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1. Title: "Notes Relating to the Asian Paradise Flycatcher: A Glimpse into Samuel Richard Tickell's Indian Ornithological Studies" This image showcases a collection of notes and original watercolor drawings of the Asian Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi), a striking bird species belonging to the Monarchidae family. The illustrations and annotations are part of a larger set of volumes that later informed the work of Samuel Richard Tickell on Indian Mammals and other creatures, housed in the Library of the Zoological Society of London. Tickell, born around 1809, was a dedicated naturalist and artist who made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of Indian fauna. His meticulous watercolor drawings of various species, like the Asian Paradise Flycatcher, were essential for the advancement of ornithology during the 19th century. The Asian Paradise Flycatcher, with its vibrant plumage and distinctive crest, is depicted in these illustrations with remarkable detail and accuracy. The notes accompanying the drawings provide valuable insights into the bird's behavior, habitat, and physical characteristics, which were crucial for the scientific community at the time. The Sauropsida, a group that includes reptiles and birds, is represented here by the avian species, the Asian Paradise Flycatcher. The Passeriformes, or perching birds, and the Passerines, or small passerine birds, are also highlighted in these illustrations. This set of notes and watercolor drawings, created circa 1848, offers a fascinating glimpse into Tickell's extensive research on Indian birds and his dedication to documenting the natural world. The historical significance of these materials lies not only in their scientific value but also in their artistic merit, making them an invaluable resource for both ornithologists and art enthusiasts.
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