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Nest of a community of the African Social Grossbeaks, (Loxia socia). The nest of these birds built of dry grass resembles an "apartment house"in a tree with a thatchlike roof over the colony which may contain 300 chambers, the roof may be 7. 5 metres (25 feet) wide and 1. 5 metre high. Each cluster of chambers has a common tunnel entrance from the "basement. "From The Universe or, The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little, published 1882
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Nest of a community of the African Social Grossbeaks, (Loxia socia). The nest of these birds built of dry grass resembles an "apartment house"in a tree with a thatchlike roof over the colony which may contain 300 chambers, the roof may be 7. 5 metres (25 feet) wide and 1. 5 metre high. Each cluster of chambers has a common tunnel entrance from the "basement. "From The Universe or, The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little, published 1882
Nest of a community of the African Social Grossbeaks, (Loxia socia). The nest of these birds built of dry grass resembles an " apartment house" in a tree with a thatchlike roof over the colony which may contain 300 chambers, the roof may be 7.5 metres (25 feet) wide and 1.5 metre high. Each cluster of chambers has a common tunnel entrance from the " basement." From The Universe or, The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little, published 1882
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Africa Aves Avian Biology Bird Birds Breeding Built Cluster Colony Common Community Construction Entrance Fauna Genus Natural Science Nesting Nests Ornithology Roof Species Tunnel Wide Dry Grass Social Weaver
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This print captures the incredible nest of a community of African Social Grossbeaks, also known as Loxia socia. Built entirely from dry grass, this intricate structure resembles an "apartment house" nestled high in a tree. The thatchlike roof extends over the entire colony, which can contain up to 300 chambers. Astonishingly, this roof spans an impressive width of 7.5 meters (25 feet) and reaches a height of 1.5 meters. Each cluster of chambers within the nest has a common tunnel entrance leading from the basement-like area below. This architectural marvel showcases the remarkable social behavior and cooperative efforts these birds exhibit in their breeding habitats across Africa. The image is sourced from "The Universe or, The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little" published in 1882, providing us with a glimpse into avian construction practices during that era. It offers valuable insights into ornithology, biology, and natural science while showcasing the beauty and diversity found within nature's realm. This vintage engraving serves as both an educational tool for understanding bird species like African Social Grossbeaks and as a historical artifact capturing moments from our pasts when scientific exploration was at its peak. Let this picture transport you back to another time while appreciating the wonders of wildlife that continue to inspire awe even today.
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