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Yellow-crowned gonolek, Laniarius barbarus
Yellow-crowned gonolek or common gonolek, Laniarius barbarus. (Barbary bush shrike, yellow-crowned bush shrike, Malaconotus barbarus.) 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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1. Title: Yellow-crowned Gonolek, Laniarius barbarus This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts the vibrant and striking Yellow-crowned Gonolek, Laniarius barbarus, also known as the Common Gonolek, Barbary bush shrike, or Yellow-crowned Bushshrike. The illustration was created by the renowned naturalist and illustrator, William John Swainson, and later engraved by William Lizars for Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, published in Edinburgh in 1837. The Yellow-crowned Gonolek is a medium-sized bird native to western Africa, with distinctive orange-breasted plumage and a prominent yellow crown. The male's plumage is more vividly colored than the female's, making it an easily identifiable species. This bird is a member of the Malaconotidae family, which includes the Chlorophoneus and Sulfureopectus bushshrikes. Swainson's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the Yellow-crowned Gonolek's plumage, beak, and other features. The artist's skillful use of color adds depth and dimension to the engraving, making it a beautiful and accurate representation of this fascinating bird species. The Yellow-crowned Gonolek is a resident bird of the forest edges, savannas, and woodlands of western Africa. It is an omnivorous bird, feeding on a variety of insects, fruits, and seeds. Its distinctive call is a series of loud, clear notes that can be heard throughout its habitat. This hand-colored steel engraving is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the 19th century, providing a window into the natural world and showcasing the beauty and diversity of the Yellow-crowned Gonolek.
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