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Phoeniconaias minor, lesser flamingo

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Phoeniconaias minor, lesser flamingo

Pencil and watercolour drawing by Claude Gibney Finch-Davies (1918) from his African birds sketchbook

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This exquisite pencil and watercolor drawing by Claude Gibney Finch-Davies captures the grace and elegance of the Lesser Flamingo (Phoenicoparrus minor), a striking avian species native to Africa. Finch-Davies, a renowned ornithological artist of the nineteenth century, meticulously rendered the intricate details of the Lesser Flamingo's anatomy, from its long, curved beak to its mottled pink plumage and its long, hooked legs and feet. The drawing, taken from Finch-Davies' African Birds sketchbook, transports us to the sun-drenched African landscape where these birds thrive in large colonies during daytime hours. The Lesser Flamingo is easily distinguishable from its larger counterpart, the Greater Flamingo, by its smaller size, with adults measuring around 120 cm (47 inches) in height. Their beaks, which are used for filtering food from the water, are also more curved than those of the Greater Flamingos. The Lesser Flamingos' pink coloration comes from the beta-carotene in the algae and crustaceans they feed on, making them a vibrant sight in their natural habitat. Finch-Davies' masterful illustration invites us to appreciate the beauty and intricacy of the Lesser Flamingo's form, as well as the delicate balance of colors and shapes that make up this remarkable bird. His skilled use of pencil and watercolor techniques brings the Lesser Flamingo to life, allowing us to marvel at its unique features and appreciate its place in the natural world.

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