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Ensifera ensifera, sword-billed hummingbird
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Ensifera ensifera, sword-billed hummingbird
Plate 233, hand coloured lithograph from A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, (1861) by John Gould
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A Monograph Of The Trochilidae Apodiformes Arthropod Arthropoda Bill Billed Breast Curved Feeding Angiospermae Ensifera Ensifera Ensifera
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of John Gould's "A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds," showcases the captivating anatomy of the Sword-billed Hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera. This hand-colored lithograph, created in the 19th century, offers a detailed and vivid representation of this extraordinary avian species. The Sword-billed Hummingbird is named for its distinctive, curved and elongated beak, which resembles a sword. This unique bill adaptation enables the bird to reach the nectar found deep within long, tubular flowers, a feature that sets hummingbirds apart from other birds. In the image, the Sword-billed Hummingbird is depicted in mid-flight, its wings spread wide, showcasing the intricacy of their structure. The bird's brown breast and iridescent feathers glisten in the daylight, providing a striking contrast against the backdrop of vibrant, flowering plants. The Sword-billed Hummingbird is an angiosperm specialist, feeding primarily on the nectar of flowering plants, making it an essential pollinator in its ecosystem. The image captures the bird in the act of feeding, its long, curved beak inserted into a flower, demonstrating the symbiotic relationship between these birds and the flora they rely on. This beautifully colored lithograph is a testament to the intricacies of the natural world, providing a glimpse into the anatomy and behavior of the Sword-billed Hummingbird, a remarkable example of the diversity and complexity found within the avian kingdom and the angiospermae.
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