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Black tern, Chlidonias niger
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Black tern, Chlidonias niger
Black tern, Chlidonias niger.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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1794 1819 Donovan Drawn Engraved Niger Tern Chlidonias
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This exquisite handcolored print depicts the Black Tern, Chlidonias niger, a migratory bird belonging to the family Laridae, or gulls and terns. The Black Tern is a small, slender bird with a wingspan of around 35-39 centimeters and a body length of approximately 24 centimeters. It is distinguished by its glossy black plumage, white underparts, and a distinctive white patch on its rump. The Black Tern is a native of the Northern Hemisphere, breeding in Europe, Asia, and North America. It is an aerial feeder, feeding on insects, crustaceans, and other small invertebrates, which it catches in flight. This image, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist and artist Edward Donovan, is from his seminal work, "A Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate feather patterns and textures of the Black Tern's plumage, as well as the lifelike representation of its beak and eyes. The Black Tern's elegant form and striking appearance have long captivated ornithologists and naturalists, making it a popular subject for scientific illustration. This print, produced using the copperplate technique, showcases the beauty and precision of 18th-century natural history illustration. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of detail and vibrancy, bringing the Black Tern to life on the page and making it a true work of art.
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