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Purple-throated hummingbirds, male
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Purple-throated hummingbirds, male
In a fascinating example of sexual dimorphism and plant-animal relationships: the male hummingbird with a larger body and short, straight bill pollinates this species Heliconia while the female is adapted to pollinate another. Aquatint etching by Bryan Poole, 2008
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2000s 2008 21st Century Adapted Apodiformes Carib Commelinid Etching Eulampis Evolution Evolved Heliconia Humming Bird Hummingbird Monocot Monocotyledon Poole Sauropsid Sauropsida Trochilidae Zingiberales Angiospermae Heliconiaceae Lobster Claw Magnoliophyta Pollinate Pollination Pollinator Sexual Dimorphism
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1. Title: "A Dance of Evolution: The Purple-throated Hummingbirds and Their Unique Heliconia Partnership" In this aquatint etching by Bryan Poole, we witness a stunning display of sexual dimorphism and intricate plant-animal relationships. The Purple-throated Hummingbirds, Eulampis jugularis, are depicted in all their vibrant glory. The male hummingbird, with its larger body and short, straight bill, is shown in the foreground, poised to extract nectar from the Heliconia caribaea flower. Sexual dimorphism is evident in this species, with the male being significantly larger than the female. This adaptation benefits both the plant and the male hummingbird. The Heliconia caribaea, a member of the Zingiberales order and the Heliconiaceae family, has evolved to cater to the male hummingbird's larger size and bill shape. Meanwhile, the female hummingbird, with her smaller body and curved, longer bill, is adapted to pollinate a different species of Heliconia. This fascinating arrangement highlights the co-evolutionary relationship between these two organisms, which has been shaped over millions of years. The Purple-throated Hummingbird is a monocotyledonous bird, belonging to the Apodiformes order and the Trochilidae family. It is a crucial pollinator for various angiosperms, or flowering plants, in the Caribbean region. The Heliconia caribaea, a commelinid plant, is a prominent member of the Magnoliophyta division, which includes all flowering plants. This exquisite etching by Bryan Poole, created in 2008, offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the 21st century world. It underscores the intricate interplay between various organisms and their environments, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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