Loxia curvirostra, red crossbill, Loxia scotica, Scottish cr

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Loxia curvirostra, red crossbill, Loxia scotica, Scottish cr

Plate 27 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

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Bill Crossbill Fringillidae Loxia Macgillivray Mottled Pair Passeriformes Passerine Pencil Perched Common Crossbill Loxia Curvirostra

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Plate 27 from William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841): A Striking Portrayal of Red Crossbills and Scottish Crossbills (Loxia curvirostra and Loxia scotica) This exquisite illustration, taken from the renowned collection of William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841), showcases a pair of captivating crossbills - the Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra) and the Scottish Crossbill (Loxia scotica). The intricate pencil work, executed with remarkable skill and attention to detail, brings these birds to life, capturing their unique features and distinctive personalities. The Red Crossbill, with its vibrant red bill and mottled brown and green plumage, perches confidently on a branch, its head turned towards its companion. The Scottish Crossbill, displaying similar coloration but with a paler bill, sits alongside, its cross-shaped bill crossed in a characteristic manner. Both birds are depicted in their natural habitat, outside, during daytime, adding to the authenticity of the scene. As part of the Fringillidae family and the Passeriformes order, crossbills are passerine birds known for their distinctive, strongly curved bills, which are adapted for extracting seeds from cones. This illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the nineteenth century's fascination with the natural world and the meticulous observation and recording of its wonders. MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals remains an invaluable resource for ornithologists, naturalists, and art enthusiasts alike, providing a detailed and accurate record of the birds of Britain during the 19th century.

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