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Purple-breasted cotinga, Cotinga cotinga
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Purple-breasted cotinga, Cotinga cotinga
Purple-breasted cotinga, Cotinga cotinga (Purple-breasted chatterer, Ampelis cotinga). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Purple-breasted Cotinga, Cotinga cotinga, also known as the Purple-breasted Chatterer or Ampelis cotinga. The illustration was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's renowned work, The Naturalist's Miscellany, in London, 1806. The Purple-breasted Cotinga is a vibrant and striking bird native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. The male is easily identified by its distinctive purple breast, which contrasts sharply with the rest of its green plumage. The female, on the other hand, has a more subdued appearance with a brown breast and green back. This illustration is a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of natural history illustration during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The delicate shading and precise lines capture the essence of the Purple-breasted Cotinga's unique features, making it a valuable addition to any collection of zoological or ornithological works. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular and influential publication during its time, featuring a wide range of illustrations and descriptions of various natural specimens. This particular engraving of the Purple-breasted Cotinga is a prime example of the high-quality work that was produced as part of this important scientific endeavor.
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