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Oriole warbler, Hypergerus atriceps
Oriole warbler, Hypergerus atriceps. (Oriale babbler, Crateropus oriolides.) Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William John Swainson from his Birds of Western Africa in Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology, Lizars, Edinburgh, 1837
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Oriole Warbler, Hypergerus atriceps, also known as the White-crowned Oriole or the White-crowned Robin-Chat. The image is taken from William John Swainson's "Birds of Western Africa," published in Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, in Edinburgh in 1837. The illustration was meticulously engraved by William Lizars. The Oriole Warbler is a small, striking bird native to the forests and woodlands of western and central Africa. With its vibrant white crown, black and white plumage, and long, curved bill, this bird is a true beauty of the avian world. The Oriole Warbler is a member of the Muscicapidae family, which also includes the Old World flycatchers, chats, and thrushes. Swainson's meticulous observation and illustration of the Oriole Warbler capture its intricate details, from the fine feathering on its wings to the delicate pattern of its beak. The hand-coloring adds a richness and depth to the image, bringing out the vibrant colors of the bird's plumage. The Oriole Warbler is a popular subject among bird enthusiasts and collectors of natural history prints. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, as well as the skill and artistry of the naturalists and engravers of the past. The Oriole Warbler continues to inspire wonder and appreciation in those who encounter it, whether in person or through beautiful works of art like this one.
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