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Golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus
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Golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus
Golden pheasant or Chinese pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus, male 1 and female 2. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849
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1. Title: A Regal Duo: The Golden Pheasants (Chrysolophus pictus) This hand-colored engraving showcases the striking beauty of the Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus), a species native to the mountainous regions of western China. The image features both the male and female Golden Pheasants, their vibrant plumage a testament to nature's grand design. The male Golden Pheasant, depicted on the left, is a sight to behold with his iridescent green and gold plumage, a brilliant contrast against the earthy tones of the forest floor. His most distinctive feature is the elaborate golden crest on his head, which adds to his regal appearance. The female, on the right, is more demurely dressed in brown and black feathers with intricate golden markings. Her crest is much smaller than the male's, making it easier for her to blend in with her surroundings while nesting. This exquisite illustration is an engraving by Fournier, based on an original drawing by Edouard Travies, which was published in the "Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle" (Universal Dictionary of Natural History) by Charles d'Orbigny in Paris in 1849. The intricate details of the plumage and the lifelike quality of the birds are a testament to the skill of the artists and the techniques of the time. The Golden Pheasant is a member of the Phasianidae family, and its scientific name, Chrysolophus pictus, reflects its golden crest and pictus, meaning "painted," a reference to its colorful plumage. This magnificent bird is a symbol of beauty and grace in the world of ornithology.
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