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Oxypogon guerinii cyanolaemus, bearded helmetcrest
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Oxypogon guerinii cyanolaemus, bearded helmetcrest
Plate 41, hand coloured lihtograph by Richard Bowdler Sharpe from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Supplementary volume, (1861)
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1847 1909 A Monograph Of The Trochilidae Apodiformes Bearded Bill Crest Gould Angiospermae
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Plate 41 of John Gould's A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Supplementary volume, features a stunning hand-colored lithograph of the Bearded Helmetcrest, Oxypogon guerinii cyanolaemus. This exquisite 19th century illustration, created by the skilled hand of Richard Bowdler Sharpe, showcases the intricate details of this enchanting bird in flight. The Bearded Helmetcrest, a member of the Apodiformes order and the Angiospermae class, is characterized by its distinctive crest, grey collar, and long, curved bill. Its vibrant, iridescent feathers shimmer in the daytime light, displaying an array of colors from blue to green and purple. As the Bearded Helmetcrest hovers above a flowering angiosperm, its long, extendable tongue reaches out to extract nectar. The bird's keen eyes focus intently on its target, ready to fly in for a quick meal. The artist's meticulous attention to anatomy and detail is evident in the depiction of the bird's wing structure, which allows for its agile and graceful flight. The intricate patterns on the flower and the delicate petals add to the overall beauty of the image, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between the bird and the flowering plant. This illustration, created in 1861, is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy of the time. It offers a glimpse into the natural world of the late 19th century, showcasing the intricacies of the Bearded Helmetcrest and the flowering plant it relies on for survival. The image is a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the role that detailed documentation plays in understanding the complex relationships between different species and their environments.
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