Saxicola rubetra, whinchat, Saxicola torquata, common stonec
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Saxicola rubetra, whinchat, Saxicola torquata, common stonec
Plate 7 from Archibald Thorburns second edtition of British Birds, Vol. 1 (1925)
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Archibald Archibald Thorburn British Birds Cheek Common Cream Eudicot Eurosid Fabaceae Fabales Fabidae African Stonechat Angiospermae Common Stonechat Dicot Dicotyledon
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Plate 7" from Archibald Thorburn's second edition of "British Birds, Volume 1," published in 1925, features a captivating image of two distinct yet closely related birds: the Whinchat (Saxicola rubetra) and the Common Stonechat (Saxicola torquata). These birds belong to the family Saxicolidae, order Passeriformes, and class Aves. The Whinchat, with its creamy-brown upperparts and rufous underparts, is depicted on the left side of the plate, while the Common Stonechat, with its brown upperparts and distinctive black and orange cheek patches, is shown on the right. Both birds have piercing, dark eyes that convey a keen intelligence and alertness. The image captures the birds in their natural habitat, likely perched on a branch of a Fabaceae plant, a common legume family found in Europe and Africa. The Fabaceae family is an important angiosperm, a type of dicotyledon, which is a subclass of eudicots and a part of the larger group of angiosperms known as the Angiospermae. The Whinchat and Common Stonechat are both Eurasian species, with the Whinchat breeding in Europe and Asia, and the Common Stonechat found throughout Europe, Asia, and North Africa. These birds are diurnal, meaning they are active during the daytime. Archibald Thorburn, a renowned Scottish natural history artist, expertly captured the anatomy and unique features of these birds in this stunning illustration. Thorburn's meticulous attention to detail and ability to convey the essence of his subjects has made his work a cherished resource for ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts alike. The Whinchat and Common Stonechat are just two of the many fascinating species that can be found in the rich tapestry of the natural world, showcasing the beauty and diversity of life on Earth.
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