Phylidonyris pyrrhopterus, crescent honeyeater
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Phylidonyris pyrrhopterus, crescent honeyeater
Plate 27, hand coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould from John Goulds The Birds of Australia, Vol. 4 (1840-1848)
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Australasia Australian Bill Birds Of Australia Crescent Curved Eating Elizabeth Gould Forked Gould Honeyeater John Gould Angiospermae Elizabeth
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Plate 27 of John Gould's The Birds of Australia, Volume 4, features a stunning hand-colored lithograph of the Crescent Honeyeater, Phylidonyris pyrrhopterus. This exquisite illustration, created by the skilled hands of John and Elizabeth Gould, captures the beauty and intricacy of this Australian native bird. The Crescent Honeyeater is named for its distinctive curved bill, which is perfectly depicted in this illustration. The bird is shown perched gracefully on a branch, its forked tail feathers spread out behind it. The vibrant colors of the Crescent Honeyeater's plumage are beautifully rendered, from its glossy black head and back, to its bright yellow underparts and wings. The illustration also showcases the bird's natural habitat, with a variety of flowering angiosperms (flowering plants) in the background. The Crescent Honeyeater is an important pollinator in the Australian ecosystem, and can be seen feeding on nectar from a wide range of flowers. John Gould's The Birds of Australia was a groundbreaking work, produced between 1840 and 1848. The series consisted of over 300 plates, each meticulously hand-colored and showcasing the diverse birdlife of Australia and New Zealand. This plate, in particular, is a testament to the artistic skill and naturalistic detail of John and Elizabeth Gould, making it a valuable addition to any collection of ornithological illustrations or Australian history. The Crescent Honeyeater remains an iconic species in the Australian avian world, and this beautiful illustration serves as a reminder of the rich natural heritage of the continent.
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