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Barn owl, Tyto alba, and eider duck, Somateria mollissima
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Barn owl, Tyto alba, and eider duck, Somateria mollissima
Barn owl, Tyto alba, and eider duck, Somateria mollissima. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolph Fries after an illustration by A. Carie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Alba Barn Baron Carie Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Duck Eider Felix Edouard Fries Guerin Meneville Naturelle Ornithology Pittoresque Mollissima Somateria Tyto
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This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving, titled "Barn Owl (Tyto alba) and Eider Duck (Somateria mollissima)," is an enchanting illustration from the "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville, published in Paris between 1834 and 1839. The illustration was created by A. Carie Baron and masterfully engraved by Adolph Fries. The Barn Owl, Tyto alba, is depicted with its distinctive heart-shaped face, large yellow eyes, and feathered body. Known for its exceptional hearing, the Barn Owl is a widespread species found on every continent except Antarctica. Its elongated, curved beak is perfectly adapted for its hunting style, which involves swooping down on its prey from a great height. The Eider Duck, Somateria mollissima, is shown in its elegant plumage, with its dark brown back and white underparts. This duck species is native to the cold waters of the North Atlantic and Arctic regions. Eider ducks are known for their unique ability to produce down feathers, which are highly valued for insulation and have been used for bedding and clothing for centuries. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this engraving showcase the exceptional artistry of the time. The Barn Owl and Eider Duck are depicted in their natural habitats, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the natural world during the 19th century. This image is a testament to the beauty and importance of ornithology and zoology in the history of natural science.
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