Picus xanthopygaeus, Picus squamatus

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Picus xanthopygaeus, Picus squamatus

Plate 35, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

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1829 1928 Bellied Bill Cockburn Margaret Bushby La Cockburn Margaret Bushby Lascelles Mottled Picidae Piciformes Picus Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaly

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of Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn's "Neilgherry Birds and Miscellaneous" (1858) features a stunning watercolor illustration of two woodpeckers, Picus xanthopygaeus and Picus squamatus. Cockburn, an accomplished naturalist artist of the nineteenth century, meticulously captured the intricate details of these birds' anatomy, showcasing their distinctive features. The first woodpecker depicted, Picus xanthopygaeus, is commonly known as the Red-rumped Woodpecker. Its body is predominantly green, with a red belly and rump, contrasting against its mottled, scaly back. The bird's long, curved bill is a striking red, perfectly suited for its role in tapping on tree trunks in search of food. The second woodpecker, Picus squamatus, is the Scaly-bellied Woodpecker. This bird boasts a similar body shape to its counterpart but has a more subdued color palette. Its back is a mix of brown and gray scales, and its belly is covered in fine, white scaly feathers. The Scaly-bellied Woodpecker's bill is also long and curved, but it is a darker hue, adding to the overall contrast of its appearance. Both of these woodpeckers belong to the order Sauropsida and the family Picidae, making them part of the Piciformes order, which includes woodpeckers, honeyguides, and barbets. These birds are essential components of their ecosystems, playing a crucial role in maintaining the health of forests by controlling insect populations and contributing to seed dispersal. Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn's beautiful watercolor illustration of Picus xanthopygaeus and Picus squamatus is a testament to her artistic skill and dedication to documenting the natural world. This image invites us to appreciate the intricacies of these fascinating birds and the importance of preserving their habitats for future generations.

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