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Ixobrychus minututs, little bittern, Botaurus stellaris, Eur

Plate 275, hand coloured copperplate etching from George Edwards The Gleanings of Natural History, Vol. 2 (1760)

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18th Century Ardeidae Bill Bittern Botaurus Call Chest Cream Edwards Eurasian Feather Fenland George Edwards Booming Botaurus Stellaris Eurasian Bittern


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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate etching, Plate 275 from George Edwards' The Gleanings of Natural History, Vol. 2 (1760), showcases the intricate details of the Eurasian Bittern (Botaurus stellaris), also known as the European Bittern or Ixobrychus minutus. The bittern is depicted in its full plumage, with its distinctive cryptic brown and cream coloration, long, down-covered feathers on the back, and the distinctive pattern on its chest and cap. The bittern's long, slender bill, a key feature of the Ardeidae family, is open, revealing the pinkish-red interior, which is used for booming, a distinctive call used during breeding season. The anatomy of the bittern is accurately depicted, with its long, thin legs and webbed feet, well-suited for wading in the shallow waters of the fenlands where it resides. The intricate feather details, particularly on the wings, are beautifully rendered, adding to the overall elegance of the print. The Eurasian Bittern is a fascinating bird, with a unique hunting technique that involves standing motionless in the reeds, waiting for prey to come within reach before striking with lightning speed. This stunning 18th-century engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and naturalistic accuracy that characterized George Edwards' work, making it an invaluable resource for ornithological studies and a beautiful addition to any collection of historical natural history prints.

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