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Indian pitta, Pitta brachyura
Indian pitta, Pitta brachyura.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Indian Pitta, Pitta brachyura, a vibrant and elusive bird native to the Indian subcontinent. The Indian Pitta, also known as the short-tailed pye or the crow pitta, is a small, ground-dwelling bird with iridescent plumage, most notably featuring bright blue-green on its back, wings, and rump, contrasting with its reddish-brown underparts. This illustration was created in the late 18th or early 19th century, as part of The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, published in Harrison, London. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of the engraving are a testament to the skill of the engraver and the dedication of the naturalists of the time to documenting the natural world. The Indian Pitta is a bird of the wetlands and forests, and is known for its distinctive call, which sounds like the ringing of a bell. It is an omnivorous bird, feeding on a variety of insects, snails, and small vertebrates, as well as fruits and seeds. Due to its beautiful plumage and small size, it has been a popular subject for collectors and naturalists for centuries. Despite its widespread distribution in South Asia, the Indian Pitta is currently listed as Near Threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting for the bird's feathers. This engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and documenting its wonders for future generations.
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