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Emu and young, Dromaius novaehollandiae
Emu and young chicks, Dromaius novaehollandiae. Lithograph after an illustration by Louisa Anne Meredith from her book Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned, Marcus Ward, London, 1881
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1881 Anne Balmain Butterfly Dory Dromaius Entomology Faber Feathered Finned Foes Friends Furred Ichthyology Lobster Louisa Magpie Meredith Migratory Novaehollandiae Perch Peronii Scientist Tasmania Tasmanian Twamley Zeus Nigripes
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This chromolithograph, titled "Emu and Young Chicks, Dromaius novaehollandiae," is an exquisite illustration from the book "Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned" by Louisa Anne Meredith, published in London in 1881 by Marcus Ward. The illustration is a lithograph after an original drawing by Meredith, who was not only an accomplished artist but also a dedicated scientist and explorer. The image showcases an emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) with its young chicks in their natural habitat. The emu, a large, flightless bird native to Australia, is depicted with its distinctive long neck and legs, while the chicks, with their downy feathers, huddle close to their mother for protection. Surrounding the emu and its offspring are various Australian fauna and flora, adding to the richness and diversity of the illustration. Among the depicted species are the John Dory (Zeus faber), a migratory silver fish, and the Blue-breasted Magpie (Pica pica), a bird known for its striking plumage. Other intriguing creatures include the Perch (Cheilodactylus nigripes), the Balmain Bug (Ibacus peronii), and the Fan-footed Proniid (Proniidae). The illustration also features various plants, showcasing the botanical wonders of Tasmania and its surrounding regions. Meredith's keen observation and meticulous attention to detail are evident in the accurate representation of each species and their habitats. As a woman of science, Meredith's work in ichthyology, botany, and entomology was groundbreaking for her time. Her dedication to documenting the natural world around her resulted in this stunning collection of illustrations, which continues to captivate and inspire viewers over a century later.
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