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Nucifraga caryocatactes, Nutcracker
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Nucifraga caryocatactes, Nutcracker
Illustration from the Brian Houghton Hodgson Collection; c. 1850s Date: circa 1850
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Brian Houghton Hodgson Corvidae Hodgson Nutcracker Passeriformes Passerine Sauropsid Sauropsida Eurasian Nutcracker Nucifraga Nucifraga Caryocatactes Spotted Nutcracker
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This illustration showcases a pair of Nutcrackers, Nucifraga caryocatactes, in their natural habitat during the Victorian era. The Nutcracker is a large, powerful bird belonging to the corvid family, known for its distinctive black and white plumage and distinctive red-tinged beak. This illustration is part of the Brian Hodgson Collection, dating back to the 1850s. Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894) was a renowned British naturalist, explorer, and collector, who made significant contributions to the fields of ornithology and zoology. The Nutcracker is a passerine bird, belonging to the order Passeriformes, and is native to the forests and mountains of Europe and Asia. In this illustration, we see a male and a female Nutcracker, both in their prime, perched on a tree branch, their keen eyes scanning the surroundings for food. The male, with his black and white plumage and distinctive red beak, is easily identifiable. The female, on the other hand, is mostly brown with white speckles, making her blend in with her surroundings for camouflage. Nutcrackers are omnivorous birds, but they are best known for their diet of pine seeds, which they store in caches for winter. They are also known to eat fruits, berries, insects, and small vertebrates. Their powerful beaks enable them to crack open hard pine cones and nuts, making them an essential part of their ecosystem. This illustration provides a glimpse into the natural history of the Nutcracker during the 19th century, offering a fascinating insight into the world of avian species and the work of a renowned naturalist like Brian Houghton Hodgson.
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