Snowy owl, Arctic Owl, Great White Owl or Harfang

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Snowy owl, Arctic Owl, Great White Owl or Harfang

Snowy owl, Arctic Owl, Great White Owl or Harfang, Bubo scandiacus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800

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Arctic Bubo Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Nyctea Polydore Shaw Snowy Striata Strix

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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Snowy Owl, scientifically known as Bubo scandiacus. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in the year 1800. The Snowy Owl, also referred to as the Arctic Owl, Harfang, or Great White Owl, is a fascinating bird of prey native to the Arctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The owl's pristine, snowy plumage provides excellent camouflage in its icy habitat, allowing it to blend seamlessly with the winter landscape. Its piercing yellow eyes are a striking contrast to its white feathers, making it a captivating sight for those fortunate enough to encounter it in the wild. This engraving, produced by skilled artisans of the time, offers a rare glimpse into the natural history of the Snowy Owl during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The intricate details of its plumage, facial features, and posture are rendered with remarkable accuracy and artistry. The engraving also includes the scientific name, Bubo scandiacus, and the Latin names for other related species, Strix nyctea and Strix striata, which were once considered separate species but are now recognized as subspecies of the Snowy Owl. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular and influential work in the field of natural history, and this Snowy Owl engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to scientific accuracy that characterized the works of Shaw and Nodder. Today, it serves as a valuable historical record and a reminder of the enduring allure of the natural world.

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