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Chloropsis aurifrons, golden-fronted leafbird
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Chloropsis aurifrons, golden-fronted leafbird
Plate 14, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)
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1829 1928 Bill Cockburn Forehead Fronted Margaret Bushby La Cockburn Margaret Bushby Lascelles Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Leafbird
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Plate 14: Chloropsis aurifrons, or the Golden-fronted Leafbird, is depicted in this stunning watercolor illustration by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her comprehensive work, "Neilgherry Birds and Miscellaneous," published in 1858. The Golden-fronted Leafbird is a small, vibrant passerine bird belonging to the Chloropseidae family and the genus Chloropsis. This bird is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The Golden-fronted Leafbird is easily recognizable by its distinctive golden forehead, which contrasts strikingly with its deep blue-green plumage. In this illustration, the bird is perched gracefully on a branch, displaying its long, curved bill, which it uses to extract insects and other small invertebrates from tree bark. The intricate details of the bird's anatomy are beautifully rendered, from the delicate feathers on its wings to the veins on its feet. Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn was a renowned ornithological illustrator of the 19th century, known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects. This illustration, created between 1829 and 1858, is a testament to her skill and dedication to documenting the natural world. The Golden-fronted Leafbird remains a popular subject among birdwatchers and naturalists, and this illustration continues to be a valuable resource for those interested in the avian world.
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