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Sula leucogaster, brown booby
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Sula leucogaster, brown booby
Plate 87, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby
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18th Century Bahama Belly Bill Booby Calling Carolina Catesby Etching Florida Foot Mark Mark Catesby Brown Booby
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Plate 87 of Mark Catesby's seminal work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731-1743), showcases the intricately detailed illustration of a Brown Booby, scientifically known as Sula leucogaster. This historic hand-coloured etching, a product of the 18th century, offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the Americas during this time. The Brown Booby, with its distinctive long, curved bill and large, webbed feet, is depicted in this illustration in a belly-up position, likely in the act of calling or displaying. The detailed anatomy of this bird is on full display, from the textured plumage on its back and wings to the intricate pattern of its beak and the delicate webbing on its feet. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the various textures and shading used in the hand-colouring process, which brings the Brown Booby to life on the page. The bird's head is turned to the side, allowing for a clear view of its expressive eyes and the intricate feathering on its head and neck. This illustration of the Brown Booby holds historical significance as one of the earliest and most accurate depictions of this species in the scientific record. Catesby's work was groundbreaking in its time, and his detailed observations and accurate illustrations helped to advance the field of natural history. The Brown Booby is a native of the Caribbean, Florida, and the Bahamas, and is a member of the Sulidae family, commonly known as boobies. These birds are characterized by their long, curved bills and their ability to fly with their webbed feet trailing behind them. The Brown Booby is an important part of the marine ecosystem, feeding on fish and squid, and is a popular subject for birdwatchers and naturalists alike.
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