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Sayornis phoebe, eastern phoebe
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Sayornis phoebe, eastern phoebe
Plate 120 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Cotton Cotton Plant Crest Eudicot Eurosid Gossypium Malvaceae Malvales Malvidae Pair Passeriformes Passerine Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Eastern Phoebe Magnoliophyta
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Plate 120 from John James Audubon's monumental work, "Birds of America," features the Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe), a small, slender passerine bird belonging to the family Tyrannidae and the order Passeriformes. This exquisite illustration, hand-colored from an aquatint engraving by Robert Havell & Son of London, showcases the Eastern Phoebe perched on a branch of the cotton plant (Gossypium spp.), a member of the Malvaceae family, which is native to tropical and subtropical regions. The bird's distinctive crest, adorned with long, pointed feathers, is raised, adding to its regal appearance. The Eastern Phoebe is an angiosperm, or flowering plant, and is classified as a eudicot, which means it has two seed leaves (cotyledons) when it germinates. It is also an essential member of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes all flowering plants. The bird's diet consists mainly of insects, making it an essential component of the ecosystem. The intricate details of the Eastern Phoebe's plumage, with its speckled breast and blue-gray back, are beautifully rendered in this hand-colored illustration. The bird's beak is slightly curved, perfect for catching and consuming its insect prey. The Eastern Phoebe is often found near water sources, making it a common sight for those who live in its habitat. The Eastern Phoebe is a member of the Malvales order, which includes the cotton plant, and the Malvidae family, which includes other plants such as hibiscus and okra. The cotton plant, with its white, fluffy fibers, provides a striking contrast to the bird's vibrant colors and adds a touch of natural beauty to this illustration. Overall, this hand-colored aquatint print of the Eastern Phoebe is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific accuracy of John James Audubon's "Birds of America," which continues to inspire and delight natural history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
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