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Progne subis, purple martin

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Progne subis, purple martin

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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Birds The Art Of Ornithology Cucurbitaceae Cucurbitales Elphick Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Feeding Gourd Hirundinidae Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Martin Nest Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta


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A Purple Martin Feeding Its Young in a Gourd Nest This illustration showcases the Purple Martin, scientifically known as Progne subis, in the act of nurturing its offspring. The Purple Martin is a member of the Hirundinidae family, order Passeriformes, and is commonly referred to as the 'Old World' swallow due to its close relation to European swallows. The Purple Martin is a large, colorful bird, with iridescent purple and green plumage, a forked tail, and a distinctive, wide, forked tail. It is native to the Americas and is an important bird in many ecosystems due to its role as an insectivore. In this illustration, we see a Purple Martin perched on the rim of a gourd, feeding a young bird with a beakful of food. The gourd, a type of fruit from the Cucurbitaceae family, is commonly used by Purple Martins as nesting sites. The bird's long, curved beak is perfectly adapted for extracting insects from their hiding places. The illustration is an aquatint, a printmaking technique that involves the application of a resin or wax ground to the plate, which is then etched away to create a textured, tonal image. The artist, Jonathan Elphick, has expertly captured the intricacies of the Purple Martin's plumage and the delicate details of the gourd. The Purple Martin is an eudicot, a type of flowering plant that forms part of the Angiospermae, Magnoliophyta, and Eudicot clades. It is an important food source for many animals, including humans, and is a beloved bird among birdwatchers and naturalists. This illustration is a beautiful example of the art of ornithology, a field that has been dedicated to the study of birds since the time of Aristotle. It is a testament to the intricate relationships between different species and the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving these delicate ecosystems for future generations.

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