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Calidris himantopus, stilt-sandpiper

Plate 344 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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Aquatint Audubon Bill Birds Of America Calidris Charadriiformes Pair Sandpiper Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Shore Bird Shorebird Stripe Calidris Himantopus Silt Stilt Sandpiper Stint


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Plate 344 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," features the captivating image of a Calidris himantopus, or Stilt-sandpiper, in its natural habitat. This exquisite hand-coloured aquatint was engraved, printed, and coloured by R. Havell (& Son) in London between 1835 and 1838. The Stilt-sandpiper, a member of the Charadriiformes order and the Scolopacidae family, is depicted here with its distinctive long, thin legs and a striped breast. Its bill, curved and pointed, is perfectly adapted for probing the muddy shoreline for food. The bird's vibrant plumage, with its intricate patterns of brown, black, and white, is beautifully rendered in the meticulous aquatint technique. The image captures the Calidris himantopus in its daytime habitat, outside on the shore. The bird's alert posture and focused gaze convey a sense of intensity and purpose as it goes about its business of foraging for food. As a Sauropsida, the Stilt-sandpiper is part of the larger group of reptile-descended vertebrates, which includes birds and reptiles. The Calidris himantopus is a migratory shorebird, and its image in Audubon's "Birds of America" serves as a testament to the natural beauty and diversity of the avian world. This stunning illustration invites us to appreciate the intricacies of the natural world and the artistry of Audubon and his collaborators. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving the delicate balance of ecosystems that support such remarkable creatures.

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