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Immature Golden Eagle and Bald Eagle
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Immature Golden Eagle and Bald Eagle
Originally titled: Ring-tailed Eagle and Sea Eagle. Alexander Wilson, American Ornithology, 1824. Hand-coloured engraving. Date: 1824
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1824 Accipitridae Accipitriformes Alexander Wilson Aquila Bald Eagle Haliaeetus Haliaeetus Leucocephalus Hand Coloured Immature Juvenile North America North American Parent Perched Perching Plumage Sauropsid Sauropsida Sea Eagle American Ornithology Aquila Chrysaetos Golden Eagle
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This 19th century engraving, titled "Ring-tailed Eagle and Sea Eagle," showcases two of North America's most iconic birds of prey: the Immature Golden Eagle and the Bald Eagle. The image, taken from Alexander Wilson's seminal work "American Ornithology," published in 1824, offers a glimpse into the natural history of these magnificent birds. The Golden Eagle, depicted in the foreground, is an accipitriformes bird of prey belonging to the family Accipitridae. The immature eagle, identifiable by its brown plumage and lack of the distinctive golden feathers on its nape, is perched on a branch, its sharp eyes scanning the surroundings for potential prey. The Bald Eagle, in the background, is also an accipitriformes bird, but of the sea eagle genus Haliaeetus. The juvenile Bald Eagle, with its brown head and white body, is in the process of shedding its juvenile plumage and developing the distinctive white head and tail feathers that characterize the adult bird. The Bald Eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, is a symbol of the United States and a powerful fish-eating bird. The Golden Eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, is a larger and more powerful bird of prey, known for its distinctive golden feathers and predatory prowess. Both birds are depicted in mid-flight, their wings outstretched, ready to take to the sky and hunt. This hand-coloured engraving, created by an unknown artist, offers a fascinating window into the natural history of these birds, which were important symbols of the American wilderness in the early 19th century. The intricate detail and vibrant colours bring the birds to life, transporting us back in time to a world where these magnificent creatures ruled the skies.
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