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Porphyrio porphyrio melanotus, purple swamphen
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Porphyrio porphyrio melanotus, purple swamphen
Watercolour 331 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled Black-jointed Gallinule, Goo la warring
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18th Century Beak Forehead Gruiformes Porphyrio Port Jackson Painter Purple Rallidae Sauropsid Sauropsida Tailless Thomas Watling Porphyrio Porphyrio Purple Swamphen Swamphen
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Black-jointed Gallinule, Goo la warring (Porphyrio porphyrio melanotus) This exquisite watercolor painting, created by the Port Jackson Painter from the esteemed Watling Collection, showcases the vibrant and intricately detailed features of the Purple Swamphen, scientifically known as Porphyrio porphyrio melanotus. The Purple Swamphen, also referred to as the Black-jointed Gallinule or Goo la warring in some cultures, is a striking bird belonging to the sauropsida class, specifically the aves and gruiformes order, and the Rallidae family. The bird is depicted in the painting with its distinctive blue-purple plumage, which is particularly prominent on its head, neck, and back. Its long, red beak and legs add to its striking appearance. The Purple Swamphen is easily identified by its red, fleshy forehead shield and the black joints on its legs. The artist has expertly captured the anatomy of this bird, highlighting its long toes, which are adapted for wading in the marshy environments where the Purple Swamphen thrives. The painting also reveals the subtle nuances of the bird's feathers, revealing a beautiful interplay of textures and shades. The Purple Swamphen is native to the wetlands of Australia, New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands. It is a tailless bird, which is a common characteristic of the Rallidae family. This watercolor painting is a testament to the natural beauty and intricacy of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the habitats of such unique and fascinating creatures.
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