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Unknown birds of Sri Lanka
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Unknown birds of Sri Lanka
Unknown birds of Sri Lanka: Pink-coloured warbler, Motacilla caryophyllacea, and green wagtail, Motacilla viridis. Sri Lanka tussah silk moth, Antheraea cingalesa (Ceylon silk moth, Bombia paphia). After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Peter Brown from his New Illustrations of Zoology, B. White, London, 1776
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Ceylon Gideon Governor Illustrations Joan Lanka Loten Motacilla Moth Ornithology Peter Pieter Silk Viridis Wagtail Warbler Antheraea
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This print showcases a selection of intriguing species native to the enchanting island nation of Sri Lanka. The first two birds depicted are the Pink-coloured Warbler (Motacilla caryophyllacea) and the Green Wagtail (Motacilla viridis). The Pink-coloured Warbler, with its vibrant plumage, is a small bird that is found in the dry zones of Sri Lanka. In contrast, the Green Wagtail, with its distinctive yellow underparts and green upperparts, is a common resident of wetlands and grasslands. The third specimen in this exquisite print is the Sri Lanka Tussah Silk Moth (Antheraea cingalesa), also known as the Ceylon Silk Moth or Bombia paphia. This magnificent creature is the source of the renowned Tussah silk, which is produced from the cocoons of the moth. The silk is known for its natural lustre and irregular texture, making it highly prized in textile industries. This beautiful print is an illustration by Pieter de Bevere, as supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten, and features handcoloured copperplate engravings by Peter Brown. The illustrations were produced for Brown's New Illustrations of Zoology, published by B. White in London in 1776. This remarkable print not only showcases the natural beauty of Sri Lanka's avian and invertebrate life but also serves as a testament to the exceptional artistry of the time.
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