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Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and bearded reedling
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Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and bearded reedling
Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and bearded reedling, Panurus biarmicus Le merle grive litorne, merodon et mesange a moustaches. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pfitzer after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Bearded Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fieldfare Fries Guerin Meneville Merle Moustaches Naturelle Pfitzer Pittoresque Turdus Biarmicus Grive Mesange Panurus Pilaris Reedling
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, created by Pfitzer after an illustration by Adolph Fries, showcases two intriguing bird species: the Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris) and the Bearded Reedling (Panurus biarmicus). The Fieldfare, also known as the Linné's Starling or the Old World Flycatcher, is a migratory songbird native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. With its plump body, brownish-gray back, and distinctive orange-red eye, it is a striking addition to any natural history collection. The Bearded Reedling, on the other hand, is a small, brownish-gray bird with a distinctive black mask and a long, curved beak. This bird is a resident of Eurasia, particularly in wetlands and marshes. The Bearded Reedling's most notable feature is the tuft of feathers under its beak, which resembles a beard, giving it its name. This engraving is taken from the "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Méneville, published in Paris between 1834 and 1839. The detailed illustrations and meticulous engravings in this work were meant to provide an accurate and visually appealing record of the natural world, making it an invaluable resource for ornithologists and naturalists of the time. The intricate patterns and vibrant colors of this engraving bring the Fieldfare and Bearded Reedling to life, capturing their unique beauty and showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of the artists involved. This piece is a testament to the rich history of natural history illustration and a reminder of the fascination that these birds and their habitats continue to hold for us today.
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