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Sula capensis, Cape Gannet
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Sula capensis, Cape Gannet
Plate 2 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)
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Plate 2 from William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) presents a captivating and intricately detailed illustration of the Cape Gannet, or Morus capensis, in its natural habitat. The Sula capensis, also known as the Cape Booby or the Jackass Penguin of the Seas, is a large, striking seabird native to the southern Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The illustration showcases the bird's distinctive blue-gray plumage, which is particularly prominent on its wings and back. The Cape Gannet's long, pointed bill and masked face, characterized by its black eye stripe and white "eyebrow," are also prominently displayed. The anatomy of this bird is fascinating, with its streamlined body and long, powerful wings designed for efficient flight and diving into the water to catch fish. The Cape Gannet is depicted perched on a cliffside, likely in its nesting colony. These birds typically nest in large, dense colonies on rocky cliffs or islands, often numbering in the thousands. The geomorphology of the cliffs adds to the overall composition of the illustration, providing a sense of the rugged and dramatic landscape where these birds make their homes. MacGillivray's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the illustration, from the individual feathers on the bird's body to the texture of the cliffside. This 19th-century work is a testament to the artist's skill and the natural history of the Cape Gannet, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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