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Tichodroma muraria, wallcreeper
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Tichodroma muraria, wallcreeper
A watercolour by Lady Mary Bentinck (c. 1833)
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the elusive Tichodroma muraria, also known as the wallcreeper, a small passerine bird belonging to the Tichodromidae family. Painted around 1833 by Lady Mary Bentinck, this illustration showcases the intricate details of the wallcreeper's anatomy, with its curved, red-tinged beak, long, grey wings, and distinctive red throat. The wallcreeper is a sauropsid avian species, meaning it shares ancestry with reptiles, and is characterized by its unique adaptation to cling to vertical surfaces using its feet, making it a master of the vertical world. The wallcreeper's anatomical features are beautifully rendered in Lady Mary Bentinck's illustration. The bird's wings are long and adapted for maneuverability in its mountainous habitat, while its strong, curved beak is perfect for capturing its insect prey. The wallcreeper's plumage is primarily grey, with a red patch on its throat that stands out against its otherwise muted coloration. This watercolor painting is a testament to the art of ornithology in the early 19th century, when naturalists and artists worked together to document and preserve the natural world. Lady Mary Bentinck's dedication to capturing the essence of the wallcreeper's appearance and behavior is evident in this stunning illustration. The wallcreeper remains a fascinating and elusive bird, and Lady Mary Bentinck's painting continues to be a valuable contribution to the study and appreciation of avian anatomy and behavior.
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