Macroura Collection

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Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) resting on a log. Date: 31/01/2013

Mourning dove, Zenaida macroura, with nest and egg. Chromolithograph after an illustration by Edwin Sheppard from Thomas George Gentrys Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States, J.A

Prairie warbler, Setophaga discolor. Chromolithograph after an illustration by Edwin Sheppard from Thomas George Gentrys Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States, J.A

Luna or comet moth, Actias species? (Long-tailed phalaena, Phalaena macroura.) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Swallow-tailed hummingbird, Eupetomena macroura (Ornismya hirundinacea). Mature adult. Handcolored steel engraving by Coutant after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Rene Primevere Lessons

Pin-tailed whydah, Vidua macroura (Supercilious widow bird, Fringilla superciliosa Vieillot). Handcoloured engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker

Exotic birds
Rufous-tailed jacamar, Galbula ruficauda, female 1, blue-throated barbet, Megalaima asiatica 2, hyacinth macaw, Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus 3, galah, Eolophus roseicapilla 4

Pin tailed Whydah female - South Africa

Pin tailed Whydah male

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Discover the enchanting world of macroura, a captivating species that spans across various realms. From the graceful Mourning dove (Zenaida macroura) to the vibrant Prairie warbler (Setophaga discolor), these exotic birds bring color and melody to our surroundings. Have you ever marveled at the ethereal beauty of a Luna or comet moth (Actias species?), fluttering gracefully in the moonlight? Or witnessed the mesmerizing dance of a Swallow-tailed hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura), as it hovers delicately over blooming flowers? But let's not forget about the Pin-tailed whydah (Vidua macroura), with its striking plumage and elaborate courtship displays. This avian wonder captures our attention, just like a woman in a giant pouf hairstyle from the era of Marie Antoinette. The Long-tailed paradise-whydah (Vidua paradisaea) also joins this spectacle, showcasing its magnificent tail feathers that seem to defy gravity. The diversity within macroura is truly awe-inspiring, reminding us of nature's boundless creativity. So next time you encounter one of these fascinating creatures or catch sight of their remarkable features, take a moment to appreciate their presence and be transported into their magical world.