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Ara ambiguus, great green macaw
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Ara ambiguus, great green macaw
Plate 6 painting by Louis Bourquet from Francois Le Vaillants Histoire Naturelle des Perroquets, Vol. 1, (1801). Annotated Le Grand Ara Militaire
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1753 1824 18th Century Beak Central America Cheek Deforestation Endangered Environmental Environmental Impact Francois Le Vaillant Illegal Le Vaillant Ara Ambiguus Costa Rica Great Green Macaw
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Plate 6" of Francois Le Vaillant's "Histoire Naturelle des Perroquets" (1801) features a stunning and intricately detailed painting of the Great Green Macaw, Ara ambiguus, by the skilled hand of Louis Bourquet. This magnificent bird, also known as Le Grand Ara Militaire, is depicted perched gracefully on a branch, its vibrant blue and green feathers a stark contrast against the muted tones of the background. The Great Green Macaw, a native of Central America, is characterized by its long, curved beak, which is both an essential tool for feeding and a distinctive feature of its anatomy. The painting, created between 1753 and 1824, serves as an important record of this endangered species during a time when deforestation and illegal trade were already having a significant impact on their populations. The Great Green Macaw was once abundant in Costa Rica and other parts of Central America, but today, it is considered critically endangered, with an estimated population of only a few thousand individuals. The painting's annotation, "Ara ambiguus," reflects the scientific name of the species, which was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. The term "ambiguous" refers to the bird's taxonomic classification, which has been debated over the years due to its close relationship with other macaw species. The Great Green Macaw plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as a seed disperser, and its decline has significant environmental implications. The loss of this species, along with many others, highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect the biodiversity of Central America and the world. This beautiful and historically significant illustration is a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the knowledge that records like these provide us. The intricate details of the painting, from the texture of the feathers to the subtle shading, offer a glimpse into the past and serve as a call to action for the future.
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