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Red-tailed leaflove, Phyllastrephus scandens
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Red-tailed leaflove, Phyllastrephus scandens
Red-tailed leaflove or climbing leaflove, Phyllastrephus scandens. 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 exquisitely detailed hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Red-tailed Leaflove, Phyllastrephus scandens, a small bird endemic to western Africa. The Red-tailed Leaflove, also known as the Climbing Leaflove or Oriole-babbler, is a member of the Old World flycatcher and babbler family, Hypergeridae. It is characterized by its distinctive red tail, which contrasts sharply with its green and black plumage. The bird is perched on a branch, its beak slightly open as if in song. The illustration was created by the renowned English naturalist and illustrator, William John Swainson, for Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology. Swainson's meticulous observations and illustrations were widely regarded for their accuracy and beauty. The engraving was produced by William Lizars, a leading Scottish engraver, using the latest techniques to capture the intricacies of Swainson's original artwork. The Red-tailed Leaflove is a forest species that is often found in the canopy, where it feeds on insects and other small invertebrates. It is a relatively uncommon bird, and its population is believed to be declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation. This beautiful engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and documenting its wonders for future generations.
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