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Assorted birds eggs, historical art
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Assorted birds eggs, historical art
Birds eggs, historical artwork. This collection shows the variation in egg colours and patterns. Such patterning is mainly for camouflage, which helps to protect the eggs from predators. The eggs here are from: tawny owl (top left), grey phalarope (top right), golden eagle (upper centre), white-tailed eagle (white, centre), eider duck (green), herring gull (lower centre), shoveler duck (bottom left), ruff (bottom right) and grasshopper warbler (pink, bottom centre)
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Assorted Assortment Bird Birds Camouflage Camouflaged Collection Comparison Drawing Eagle Eggs Golden Ornithological Ornithology Pattern Patterns Random Tawny Owl Vertical Eider Duck Grasshopper Warbler Grey Phalarope Herring Gull Ruff Shoveler White Tailed
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This print showcases an assortment of bird eggs, each a unique piece of historical artwork. The collection beautifully displays the incredible variation in egg colors and patterns found in nature. These intricate designs primarily serve as camouflage, providing vital protection against predators. In this remarkable composition, we can admire the eggs from various species: the tawny owl with its distinctive markings sits at the top left corner, while the grey phalarope's elegant pattern adorns the top right. At the upper center, we find the majestic golden eagle's egg alongside the white-tailed eagle's pure white specimen. The vibrant green hue belongs to none other than the eider duck, while just below it lies an intriguingly speckled egg belonging to a herring gull. The shoveler duck's egg graces us with its presence on bottom left, contrasting with a beautifully textured ruff egg on bottom right. Lastly, at bottom center stands out a pink gem - an enchanting grasshopper warbler's egg. This extraordinary compilation not only celebrates nature’s artistry but also serves as a valuable resource for ornithologists and zoologists alike. Through this stunning illustration created by Science Photo Library, we are transported into history and reminded of both our fascination with birds' diverse patterns and their ingenious survival strategies through camouflage techniques.
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