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Perisoreus canadensis, grey jay
Plate 107 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Perisoreus canadensis, commonly known as the Grey Jay, is depicted in this stunning hand-coloured aquatint plate from John James Audubon's "Birds of America." The Grey Jay is a large, intelligent bird belonging to the Corvidae family, native to North America. This image, Plate 107 from the original double elephant folio edition (1831-34), was engraved, printed, and coloured by R. Havell (& Son) in London. The Grey Jay is shown perched gracefully on a branch of an oak tree, its grey plumage blending seamlessly with the bark. The intricate details of the bird's long, curved beak and the texture of its feathers are beautifully rendered in the aquatint technique. The oak branch, adorned with its distinctive acorns, adds to the sense of naturalism and authenticity. The Grey Jay is an angiosperm-feeding bird, which means it primarily feeds on the seeds of flowering plants. In this image, the Grey Jay is shown in its daytime habitat, surrounded by the vibrant colours of the angiosperms in the background. The Grey Jay is a member of the order Passeriformes, which is part of the larger group of Eudicots, or Dicotyledons. This group includes a vast array of flowering plants, such as those in the Fagaceae family, which is represented by the oak tree in the image. The Grey Jay is a fascinating bird, known for its intelligence and social behaviour. It is a beloved species in North America, and its inclusion in Audubon's "Birds of America" serves as a testament to its significance in the natural world. This exquisite plate is a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world, captured in meticulous detail by one of the greatest naturalists and artists of all time.
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