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Tragopan temminckii, Temmincks tragopan
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Tragopan temminckii, Temmincks tragopan
Plate 46 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 7, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph
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Tragopan temminckii, also known as Temminck's Tragopan, is a stunning and elusive bird species endemic to the Himalayas. This hand-colored lithograph, Plate 46 from John Gould's The Birds of Asia, Vol. 7, provides a captivating and detailed representation of this magnificent bird. The Tragopan is named after the Dutch zoologist Coenraad Jacob Temminck, who first described the species in 1824. It is a member of the Galliformes order, which includes chickens, quails, and turkeys, and is part of the family Phasianidae. The Tragopan is characterized by its vibrant plumage, with a blue-black head, chestnut-colored body, and a distinctive white bib. The male Tragopan also sports a large, fan-like, blue-black ear coverts. The Tragopan is a forest-dwelling bird, and is primarily found in the temperate broadleaf and coniferous forests of the Himalayas. It feeds on a variety of seeds, fruits, and insects, and is known to be a ground-dwelling bird. The Tragopan is an eudicot, which means it is a type of angiosperm that has two seed leaves when it germinates. It is also a member of the Fabaceae family, which includes legumes and other fabales, and is an essential pollinator for many flowering plants. Despite its striking appearance, the Tragopan is considered an endangered species due to habitat loss and fragmentation, poaching, and competition with domestic poultry. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this beautiful bird and its habitat, ensuring that future generations can marvel at its beauty and importance in the natural world.
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