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Tryngites subruficollis, buff-breasted sandpiper
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Tryngites subruficollis, buff-breasted sandpiper
Plate 265 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Breasted Buff Charadriiformes Displaying Pair Sandpiper Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Shore Bird Shorebird Buff Breasted Sandpiper
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Plate 265 from John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America," showcases the buff-breasted sandpiper, Tryngites subruficollis, in stunning detail. This exquisite hand-colored aquatint print, engraved, printed, and colored by R. Havell (& Son) of London, captures the sandpiper in its natural habitat, perched on a rocky shore during daytime. The buff-breasted sandpiper is a medium-sized shorebird belonging to the family Scolopacidae and the order Charadriiformes, which includes gulls, terns, and other wading birds. Sauropsida, a subclass of the class Reptilia, is the group to which birds belong. The buff-breasted sandpiper is characterized by its distinctive buff-colored breast, which contrasts sharply with its black and white plumage. The sandpiper's long, slender bill is perfectly adapted for probing in the mud and sand for food, such as insects, crustaceans, and mollusks. The buff-breasted sandpiper is a migratory bird, traveling between its breeding grounds in the Arctic tundra and its wintering grounds in South America. This image captures the bird in its outside, daytime environment, displaying its unique features and beauty for all to appreciate. The intricate detail of the feathers, the lifelike expression on the bird's face, and the naturalistic background all contribute to the overall impact of this magnificent print. Audubon's "Birds of America" is considered one of the greatest achievements in the history of natural history illustration. The work is renowned for its accuracy, artistry, and contribution to the scientific understanding of the avian world. This plate, featuring the buff-breasted sandpiper, is a testament to Audubon's dedication to documenting the natural world and to the skill of the engravers, printers, and colorists who brought his vision to life.
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