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Yellow-shouldered oriole, Icterus pyrrhopterus
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Yellow-shouldered oriole, Icterus pyrrhopterus
Yellow-shouldered oriole, Icterus pyrrhopterus (Emberiza longicauda) and green-banded swallowtail, Papilio phorcas. In the possession of Marmaduke Tunstall. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Peter Brown from his New Illustrations of Zoology, B. White, London, 1776
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Peter Brown for Marmaduke Tunstall's "New Illustrations of Zoology" published by B. White in London in 1776, showcases two captivating species of the natural world: the Yellow-shouldered Oriole (Icterus pyrrhopterus) and the Green-banded Swallowtail (Papilio phorcas). The Yellow-shouldered Oriole, also known as the Yellow-shouldered Blackbird or the Long-tailed Oriole, is a vibrant and striking bird native to Central and South America. With its black plumage, bright yellow shoulders, and distinctive long, curved tail, this bird is a true visual delight. The Yellow-shouldered Oriole is a member of the Icteridae family and is known for its omnivorous diet, which includes fruits, seeds, insects, and small reptiles. The Green-banded Swallowtail, on the other hand, is a beautiful and elusive butterfly found primarily in Central and South America. With its vibrant green bands and black wings, this butterfly is a true marvel of nature. The Green-banded Swallowtail is a member of the Papilionidae family and is known for its long proboscis, which it uses to extract nectar from flowers. Marmaduke Tunstall, the possessor of this remarkable work of art, was a renowned collector and naturalist of his time. His "New Illustrations of Zoology" was a groundbreaking publication that showcased a wide range of species from around the world, contributing significantly to the advancement of ornithology and natural history during the late 18th century.
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