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Numenius americanus, long-billed curlew

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Numenius americanus, long-billed curlew

Plate 231 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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Aquatint Audubon Billed Birds Of America Charadriiformes Curlew Curved Numenius Pair Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Long Billed Curlew Numenius Americanus


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Plate 231 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," showcases the captivating beauty and intricate details of the Long-billed Curlew (Numenius americanus). This hand-colored aquatint print, engraved, printed, and colored by R. Havell (& Son) of London, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to natural accuracy that defined Audubon's groundbreaking project. The Long-billed Curlew, a member of the Charadriiformes order and the Scolopacidae family, is depicted here in its elegant, poised stance, with its distinctive long, downward-curved beak and slender, elegant legs. The curlew's anatomy is rendered in exquisite detail, from the delicate feathers on its back and wings to the intricate patterns on its legs and feet. The Long-billed Curlew is a bird of open country, often found in grasslands, marshes, and wet meadows. This image captures the bird in its natural habitat, outside, during the daytime. The sauropsid, or reptile-descended, avian species is shown in its full splendor, with its vibrant plumage and expressive eyes. Audubon's "Birds of America" was a pioneering work in the field of ornithology, featuring life-sized illustrations of over 435 North American bird species. The project took over two decades to complete and remains an enduring symbol of the natural world's beauty and complexity. This stunning Long-billed Curlew print is a testament to the enduring legacy of Audubon's work and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.

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