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Snowy owl and chicks, 19th century
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Snowy owl and chicks, 19th century
Snowy owl and chicks, 19th-century artwork. The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) is also known as the harfang, and is found in the northern circumpolar region. Here, one of the parents, both of whom care for the chicks, has caught a prey animal (a small mammal) and brought it back to the nest to feed them. Breeding takes place in May, and the nest consists of a scrape on a mound or boulder. Artwork from the 19th volume (first period of 1897) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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1890s 1897 Annual Volume Bird Birds Breed Breeding Care Caring Chick Chicks Dead Father Feed Feeding French La Science Illustree Louis Figuier Magazine Mammal Mother Natural History Nest Northern Ornithological Ornithology Parent Parental Popular Science Prey Raise Raising Re Production Reproduce Reproducing Weekly Young Brood Bubo Scandiacus Circumpolar Mono Chrome Owls Scrape Snowy Owl
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This 19th-century artwork captures the tender moment of a snowy owl and its chicks in their natural habitat. The snowy owl, also known as the harfang, is a majestic bird found in the northern circumpolar region. In this illustration, one of the dedicated parents has successfully caught a small mammal to bring back to the nest for feeding. Breeding season for these magnificent creatures occurs in May, with nests typically consisting of scrapes on mounds or boulders. Both parents play an active role in caring for their brood, ensuring their survival and growth. The monochrome illustration showcases intricate details that highlight not only the beauty of these birds but also provides valuable insights into their biology and behavior. This historical piece comes from the 19th volume (first period of 1897) of La Science Illustree, a popular French science weekly magazine. Through this artwork, we are transported back to a time when scientific illustrations were meticulously created to document nature's wonders. It serves as a reminder of our fascination with wildlife and our continuous quest to understand and appreciate it. This print from Science Photo Library allows us to admire both the artistic mastery behind it and gain knowledge about these remarkable creatures' lives during that era without mentioning any commercial use associated with it.
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