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Photo Mug : Progne subis, purple martin
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Progne subis, purple martin
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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Birds The Art Of Ornithology Cucurbitaceae Cucurbitales Elphick Eudicot Eurosid Fabidae Feeding Gourd Hirundinidae Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Martin Nest Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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"Brighten up your mornings with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs, featuring stunning nature photography. This mug showcases the beautiful Progne subis, also known as the Purple Martin. Captured in exquisite detail from Mary Evans Prints Online, each sip brings you closer to the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of this Purple Martin. A perfect gift for bird lovers or anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature. Embrace the joy of sipping your favorite beverage while admiring this breathtaking image."
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Purple Martin Feeding Its Young in a Gourd Nest This illustration showcases the Purple Martin, scientifically known as Progne subis, in the act of nurturing its offspring. The Purple Martin is a member of the Hirundinidae family, order Passeriformes, and is commonly referred to as the 'Old World' swallow due to its close relation to European swallows. The Purple Martin is a large, colorful bird, with iridescent purple and green plumage, a forked tail, and a distinctive, wide, forked tail. It is native to the Americas and is an important bird in many ecosystems due to its role as an insectivore. In this illustration, we see a Purple Martin perched on the rim of a gourd, feeding a young bird with a beakful of food. The gourd, a type of fruit from the Cucurbitaceae family, is commonly used by Purple Martins as nesting sites. The bird's long, curved beak is perfectly adapted for extracting insects from their hiding places. The illustration is an aquatint, a printmaking technique that involves the application of a resin or wax ground to the plate, which is then etched away to create a textured, tonal image. The artist, Jonathan Elphick, has expertly captured the intricacies of the Purple Martin's plumage and the delicate details of the gourd. The Purple Martin is an eudicot, a type of flowering plant that forms part of the Angiospermae, Magnoliophyta, and Eudicot clades. It is an important food source for many animals, including humans, and is a beloved bird among birdwatchers and naturalists. This illustration is a beautiful example of the art of ornithology, a field that has been dedicated to the study of birds since the time of Aristotle. It is a testament to the intricate relationships between different species and the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving these delicate ecosystems for future generations.
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