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Pitta gurneyi, Gurneys pitta
Plate 5 from John Goulds A Monograph of the Pittidae (1880). Hand coloured lithograph
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Plate 5 from John Gould's A Monograph of the Pittidae, featuring the stunning Gurney's Pitta, or Pitta gurneyi, also known as the Masked Pitta. This exquisite hand-coloured lithograph, created in the nineteenth century, showcases the intricate details of this elusive and beautiful bird. The Gurney's Pitta is a member of the Pittidae family, also known as pittas, which are passerine birds native to the Asian subcontinent and the Pacific. This particular species is named after the British naturalist and collector, Henry John Gurney, who discovered the bird in Sri Lanka in 1831. The Pitta is easily recognizable by its distinctive blue-green plumage, with a mask-like brown markings on its face. The long, curved beak and the bright blue-green coloration of its legs and feet add to its striking appearance. The bird's anatomy is depicted with remarkable accuracy in this illustration, highlighting the intricacies of its feathers, bones, and muscles. The Gurney's Pitta is a ground-dwelling bird, and its diet consists mainly of insects, worms, and snails. It is known for its cryptic coloration, which helps it blend in with the forest floor, making it difficult to spot in its natural habitat. This hand-coloured lithograph is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific accuracy of the Victorian era. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Gurney's Pitta to life, offering a glimpse into the natural world of over a century ago.
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