Malabar pied hornbill, Anthracoceros coronatus

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Malabar pied hornbill, Anthracoceros coronatus

Malabar pied hornbill, Anthracoceros coronatus (Pied hornbill, Buceros malabaricus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

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Buceros Coronatus Hornbill Latham Malabar Ornithology Pied Anthracoceros Malabaricus

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1. Title: Malabar Pied Hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus) - A Majestic Avian Splendor from the Indian Subcontinent 2. Discover the captivating beauty of the Malabar Pied Hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus), a striking avian species indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. This exquisite image is a hand-colored copperplate engraving, meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist, John Latham, for his comprehensive work, "A General History of Birds," published in Winchester in 1822. 3. The Malabar Pied Hornbill, also known as the Malabar Hornbill or the Malabar Bucero, is a large, elegant bird with a distinctive appearance. The male sports a striking black and white plumage, with a prominent red casque adorning its beak, while the female boasts a more subdued, brownish-gray coloration. 4. The Malabar Pied Hornbill is a resident of the evergreen and moist deciduous forests of the Indian subcontinent, primarily found in southern India and Sri Lanka. These birds are omnivorous, feeding on a diverse range of fruits, seeds, and small animals, including insects, reptiles, and amphibians. 5. The Malabar Pied Hornbill is an important species in the rich tapestry of Indian biodiversity. Their large size and distinctive appearance make them a popular subject of study and admiration among ornithologists and naturalists. 6. This intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving is a testament to the meticulous work of John Latham and the importance of documenting the natural world during the era of natural history exploration. It offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the Malabar Pied Hornbill, a magnificent avian species that continues to captivate and inspire us today.

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