Sylvia communis, greater whitethroat
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Sylvia communis, greater whitethroat
Plate 174 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)
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Greater Macgillivray Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Sauropsid Sauropsida Sylvia Thorn Throat Common Whitethroat Sylvia Communis Sylviidae
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Plate 174 from William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) presents a captivating illustration of the Greater Whitethroat, Sylvia communis, a passerine bird belonging to the Sylviidae family. The illustration showcases the bird perched gracefully on a thorny branch, its back adorned with a mix of warm brown and long grey feathers. The greater whitethroat is a common bird found in Europe and Asia, and is characterized by its distinctive head pattern, featuring a white throat and a grey stripe running from the eye to the nape. MacGillivray's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricately painted anatomy of the bird, from its beak and feet to its feathers and body structure. The greater whitethroat is a sauropsid, a group of vertebrates that includes reptiles and birds, and is a passeriform, a type of bird known for its passerine foot structure, which features three forward-pointing toes and one hind toe. This stunning illustration offers a glimpse into the natural history of the greater whitethroat during the 19th century, providing a valuable record of the bird's appearance and anatomy. MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals is an important historical resource for ornithology and natural history, and this illustration of the greater whitethroat is a testament to MacGillivray's artistic skill and scientific accuracy.
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