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Helmet vanga, Euryceros prevostii, and bearded
Helmet vanga, Euryceros prevostii, and bearded bulbul, Criniger barbatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving is a stunning representation of three intriguing birds from the Old World tropics: the Helmet Vanga (Euryceros prevostii), the Bearded Vanga (Helmet Vanga), and the Bearded Bulbul (Criniger barbatus). The image is taken from Rene Primevere's "Lessons Complements de Buffon," published by Pourrat Freres in Paris in 1838. The Helmet Vanga, also known as the Prevost's Helmetshrike, is a medium-sized bird native to Madagascar. The male is easily distinguished by its distinctive helmet-like head adornment, which is a modified feathered casque. The female, on the other hand, has a more subdued appearance with a brownish-gray head and a lighter plumage. The Bearded Vanga, or Bearded Helmetshrike, is another endemic bird species from Madagascar. It is named for the tufts of feathers that extend from the sides of its face, giving it a bearded appearance. Both males and females have a black plumage with a distinctive white eye-ring. The Bearded Bulbul, also known as the White-tailed Bulbul, is a resident bird species found in central and eastern Africa. It is a medium-sized bulbul with a distinctive white tail and a black mask around its eyes. The rest of its plumage is a mix of gray, brown, and olive colors. This beautiful illustration not only showcases the unique physical characteristics of these birds but also captures the intrigue and wonder that comes with discovering new species in the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail in the hand-coloring and engraving techniques used in this print further enhances its aesthetic appeal and historical significance in the field of zoology, natural history, and ornithology.
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