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White-browed wagtail, Motacilla maderaspatensis
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White-browed wagtail, Motacilla maderaspatensis
White-browed wagtail or large pied wagtail, Motacilla maderaspatensis. (Pied wagtail of India). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1823
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Latham Motacilla Ornithology Pied Wagtail White Browed
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate print showcases the captivating beauty of the White-browed Wagtail, Motacilla maderaspatensis, also known as the Large Pied Wagtail or the Indian Pied Wagtail. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist John Latham, are a testament to the artistic and scientific mastery of the time. The White-browed Wagtail is a small, agile bird native to the Indian subcontinent. With its distinctive black and white plumage, this wagtail is easily recognizable. The bird's head and upperparts are black, contrasting sharply with its white underparts. A distinctive white eyebrow stripe, which gives the bird its name, runs from the base of the bill to the nape. The wings and tail are also black, with white outer feathers. Latham's meticulous observation and documentation of the White-browed Wagtail were essential contributions to the field of ornithology during the early 19th century. His work, A General History of Birds, was one of the most comprehensive works on birds at the time, featuring over 2,000 species. This print is a valuable record of the natural history of the White-browed Wagtail and a stunning example of the artistic and scientific achievements of the period.
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