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Thraupis bonariensis, blue and yellow tanager
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Thraupis bonariensis, blue and yellow tanager
Plate 34, hand coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould from Charles Robert Darwins Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle, Part 3 Birds, (1838-41). This is not one of Darwins finches
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Plate 34" of Charles Robert Darwin's "Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle, Part 3 Birds" features a stunning hand-coloured lithograph of the Blue and Yellow Tanager, Thraupis bonariensis, by renowned natural history illustrators John and Elizabeth Gould. This exquisite work of art was created during the 19th century, a time when scientific exploration and artistic expression were deeply intertwined. The Blue and Yellow Tanager, native to South America, is depicted in this illustration with remarkable detail and accuracy. The bird is shown perched gracefully on a branch, its vibrant plumage a striking contrast against the muted greens and browns of its natural habitat. The back of the tanager is a brilliant blue, while its head, breast, and underparts are a dazzling yellow. The intricate details of the bird's anatomy are rendered with precision, from the delicate feathers on its wings to the textured patterns on its back. John and Elizabeth Gould were renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and their ability to bring the natural world to life through their illustrations. Their collaboration with Darwin on the Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle was a significant contribution to the scientific record of the expedition led by Captain Robert FitzRoy. The illustrations in this work provided a detailed and accurate record of the many new species discovered during the voyage, and helped to advance the scientific understanding of the natural world. This lithograph is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the time, and a reminder of the important role that illustration played in the documentation and exploration of the natural world during the 19th century. The Blue and Yellow Tanager, with its vivid plumage and elegant form, is a fitting subject for such a beautiful and intricate work of art.
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