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White-browed hawk-owl, Ninox superciliaris
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White-browed hawk-owl, Ninox superciliaris
White-browed hawk-owl, Ninox superciliaris (White-browed owl, Strix superciliosa). 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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Frederick Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Shaw Strix Hawk Owl Ninox White Browed
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1. Title: White-browed Hawk-owl, Ninox superciliaris (Strix superciliosa, Strigiformes) This exquisite illustration features the White-browed Hawk-owl, scientifically known as Ninox superciliaris (formerly Strix superciliosa), a nocturnal bird of prey native to the Old World tropics. The illustration is a hand-colored copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder. It was published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, a significant work in the field of zoology and natural history, published in London in 1806. The White-browed Hawk-owl is a medium-sized owl, characterized by its distinctive white supercilia (eyebrows) and yellow eyes. Its plumage is predominantly brown, with barred wings and a white underbelly. This owl is an adept hunter, preying on a variety of small mammals, reptiles, and birds. The intricate details of the White-browed Hawk-owl's anatomy are beautifully captured in this illustration. The feathers on its wings and body are meticulously rendered, and its beady eyes seem to gaze intently out at the viewer. The artist's skillful use of color adds depth and texture to the image, making it a stunning example of natural history art. This illustration is an invaluable resource for ornithologists and natural historians, providing a detailed and accurate record of the White-browed Hawk-owl's appearance at a time when exploration and documentation of the natural world were at the forefront of scientific discovery. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking work that showcased the latest discoveries in zoology and natural history, and this illustration is a testament to the importance of such works in advancing our understanding of the natural world.
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