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Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
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Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson cheeks and legs, green wings and body.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Australis Crowned Frederick Headed Lorikeet Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Parakeet Psittacus Purple Shaw
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and captivating Purple-headed Parakeet (Psittacula longicauda), also known as the Blue-crowned Lorikeet or the Long-tailed Parakeet. The Purple-headed Parakeet is native to the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean. The bird's distinctive features include its purple head, crimson cheeks, and legs, contrasting beautifully with its emerald green wings and body. The engraving is taken from The Naturalist's Miscellany, a publication by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder in the year 1800. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting and recording the natural history of various species, including the Purple-headed Parakeet. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the intricate depiction of the Purple-headed Parakeet's plumage, beak, and other physical characteristics. The use of handcoloring further enhances the image, bringing out the richness and depth of the bird's colors. This historical record of the Purple-headed Parakeet serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving it for future generations. The engraving also showcases the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the time, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or ornithology.
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