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Double-banded sandgrouse, Pterocles bicinctus, female
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Double-banded sandgrouse, Pterocles bicinctus, female
Double-banded sandgrouse, Pterocles bicinctus, female (Three-banded sandgrouse, Pterocles tricinctus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology: Birds of Western Africa, Edinburgh, W.H. Lizars, 1837
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Jardine Lizars Naturalists Ornithology Swainson Bicinctus Double Banded Pterocles Sandgrouse Three Banded
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1. Title: Double-banded Sandgrouse, Pterocles bicinctus, Female: A Vibrant Depiction from Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library This exquisite hand-coloured steel engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Double-banded Sandgrouse, Pterocles bicinctus, in its female form. The intricate detailing and vibrant colours bring this elusive bird to life, transporting us to the arid landscapes of Western Africa where it calls home. William Swainson, a renowned English naturalist, was the brilliant mind behind this illustration. His meticulous observations and dedication to documenting the natural world were captured through the skilled hands of William Lizars, the engraver. The result is a stunning representation of the Double-banded Sandgrouse, which was published as part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, Birds of Western Africa, in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1837. The Double-banded Sandgrouse is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird with distinctive black and white bands on its chest and neck. These markings help camouflage the bird in its sandy habitat, making it an effective survivor in its arid environment. The female, as depicted in this engraving, displays a more muted colour palette compared to the male, which is adorned with more vibrant plumage. This illustration is a testament to the rich natural history of Western Africa and the dedication of the naturalists and artists who documented it. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and celebrating the beauty and diversity of the creatures that inhabit it.
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