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Sitta carolinensis, white-breasted nuthatch
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Sitta carolinensis, white-breasted nuthatch
Plate 152 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 Breasted Flock Nuthatch Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Sauropsid Sauropsida Sitta Tail Wing Sitta Carolinensis Sittidae White Breasted Nuthatch
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Plate 152 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features the captivating image of a White-breasted Nuthatch, scientifically known as Sitta carolinensis. This exquisite illustration, part of the original double elephant folio published between 1831 and 1834, showcases the meticulous attention to detail that defines Audubon's masterpiece. The hand-coloured aquatint was engraved, printed, and coloured by Robert Havell & Son in London. The White-breasted Nuthatch, a passerine bird belonging to the family Sittidae, is a small, long-tailed bird commonly found in North America. With its distinctive white underparts, black cap, and blue wings, this bird is a striking sight as it perches on a tree branch. The nuthatch's name comes from its habit of wedging acorns and other nuts into tree bark to store for later consumption. The illustration captures the nuthatch in a naturalistic setting, with its sharp, curved beak open slightly as if in the midst of a search for food. Its tail is cocked, displaying the distinctive white outer feathers. The intricately detailed plumage, from the fine barring on the wings to the delicate feathers on the head, is a testament to the skill of the engraver and the colourist. As one of the most iconic works in the history of ornithology, Audubon's "Birds of America" remains a source of inspiration and wonder for bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike. This image of the White-breasted Nuthatch is a prime example of the beauty and precision that can be achieved through the combination of scientific observation, artistic talent, and advanced printing techniques.
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