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Young Cuckoo sp. Cuculidae Family
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Young Cuckoo sp. Cuculidae Family
Number 15 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artisit unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives Z88 f BEN Date: 1833
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Bentinck Cuckoo Cuculidae Cuculiformes Himalaya Mountains Himalayas Lady Mary Bentinck Sauropsid Sauropsida Watercolor Wing
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1. Title: Young Cuckoo (Cuculus sp.) of the Cuculidae Family, Himalaya Mountains, India, 1833 This exquisite watercolor painting depicts a young Cuckoo (Cuculus sp.) from the Cuculidae family, nestled amidst the lush greenery of the Himalaya Mountains in India. The artwork is the fifteenth piece in a series of sixty-one avian illustrations, which forms part of Lady Mary Bentinck's extensive collection. The artist behind this masterpiece remains unknown, but the drawing is dated 1833, and is held in the Library & Archives at Mary Evans Prints Online under the reference Z88 f BEN. The Cuculidae family, commonly known as cuckoos, is a diverse group of birds belonging to the order Cuculiformes. These birds are renowned for their brood parasitic behavior, where they lay their eggs in the nests of other birds, allowing the cuckoo chick to be raised by the unwitting foster parents. The young cuckoo in this painting is shown with its distinctive downy feathers, revealing its youth and vulnerability. The Himalaya Mountains, a natural wonder straddling several countries in Asia, have long been a source of fascination for naturalists and artists alike. Lady Mary Bentinck, an influential figure in British colonial India, amassed an impressive collection of watercolors documenting the diverse avian life found in the region. This painting is a testament to her passion for natural history and her dedication to preserving the beauty and wonder of the natural world. The sauropsid origin of birds, which includes reptiles and birds, is reflected in the intricate details of the young cuckoo's wing structure, showcasing the delicate veins and feathers. The artwork not only captures the essence of this fascinating bird species but also offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of the Himalaya Mountains during the early 19th century.
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