Parus ater, coal tit
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Parus ater, coal tit
Plate 25 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Birds Of Great Britain Cheek Coal Gould John Gould Neck Pair Paridae Parus Passeriformes Passerine Perched Coal Tit Parus Ater
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely hand-coloured lithograph depicts the Coal Tit, Parus ater, a small, vibrant bird native to Europe. Plate 25 from John Gould's esteemed publication, "The Birds of Great Britain," Volume 2 (1873), showcases the Coal Tit in remarkable detail, capturing its distinctive features and anatomy. The Coal Tit is a passerine bird, belonging to the Paridae family, and is easily recognizable by its blackish-gray plumage, white underparts, and a distinctive white bib. In this illustration, the bird is perched gracefully on a long, gnarled branch, its neck arched slightly as it gazes intently at the viewer. Its beak, curved and pointed, is open slightly, revealing the pink interior. The Coal Tit's cheeks are strikingly marked with a rusty-red coloration, which is particularly noticeable in this close-up view. The intricate details of the feathers on its head and body are expertly rendered, adding to the overall beauty of the illustration. The Coal Tit's name derives from its preference for living in coniferous forests and coal mines, where it feeds on insects, spiders, and seeds. This nineteenth-century illustration not only serves as a testament to the remarkable artistry of the time but also provides a valuable record of the natural history of this fascinating bird species.
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