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Troglodytes troglodytes, wren
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Troglodytes troglodytes, wren
Plate from Paul Jerrards Gems for the Drawing Room:(British) Birds (1852). Hand coloured lithograph
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Chick Feeding Nest Pair Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Sauropsid Sauropsida Troglodytes Troglodytidae Eurasian Wren
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely hand-colored lithograph depicts a pair of Eurasian Wrens, Troglodytes troglodytes, in their natural habitat. The image is taken from Paul Jerrard's "Gems for the Drawing Room: British Birds," published in 1852. The wrens are perched on a long, twisted branch, with one bird in the foreground feeding its chick while the other looks on protectively. The intricate details of the wrens' plumage are beautifully rendered, showcasing their long, pointed beaks, brown and white striped backs, and rust-colored bellies. The background is filled with lush greenery, adding to the sense of tranquility and serenity. The Eurasian Wren is a small, long-billed bird belonging to the Troglodytidae family and the Passeriformes order, which includes perching birds and songbirds. Sauropsida is the clade that includes reptiles and birds. These birds are native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and are known for their distinctive long, curved beaks, which they use to probe the ground for insects and other invertebrates. The wrens in this illustration are shown during the daytime, which is unusual as they are typically crepuscular, meaning they are most active at dawn and dusk. The image captures a moment of tenderness and care between the parents, as they provide for their young in the safety of their nest. Overall, this print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the avian world and the skill of the artist in bringing it to life.
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