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Rallus longirostris, clapper rail
Plate 204 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Plate 204 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features the intricately detailed illustration of a Clapper Rail, Rallus longirostris. This print, originally created between 1834 and 1835, is an exquisite example of the artist's mastery of the aquatint technique. Engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell & Son in London, the image showcases the Clapper Rail in its natural habitat, standing on a rocky shoreline with its distinctive long, downward-curved beak and bright yellow eyes. The rail's feet are spread wide, displaying their unique webbing, which allows them to easily maneuver in the water. The Clapper Rail is a wading bird belonging to the Rallidae family, order Gruiformes, and class Aves. This sauropsid, or reptile-descended, bird is native to the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of North America and is named for the distinctive "clap" sound made by its wings during takeoff. The daytime image captures the bird's vibrant plumage, with its brown and black feathers contrasting against the cool, blue-green water. The Clapper Rail's elongated beak, used for probing in the mud for food, is a striking feature that adds to its allure. This print is not only a testament to Audubon's artistic prowess but also an invaluable record of the natural world, offering a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of the avian species that inhabit our planet.
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