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Javan banded pitta, Pitta guajana
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Javan banded pitta, Pitta guajana
Javan banded pitta, Pitta guajana (Blue-tailed thrush, Turdus cyanurus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1804
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Javan Banded Pitta, Pitta guajana, also known as the Blue-tailed Thrush or the Javan Thrush. The illustration was meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1804. The Javan Banded Pitta is a vibrant and elusive bird native to the Indonesian island of Java. This engraving captures the intricate details of its plumage, featuring distinctive bands of blue, green, and orange-brown on its chest and belly, with a striking blue tail. The Pitta's beak is curved and sharp, reflecting its predatory nature, while its eyes are large and expressive. The Javan Banded Pitta was a subject of great interest to naturalists during the 18th and 19th centuries due to its unique appearance and limited distribution. This illustration is an essential contribution to the scientific record of the bird, providing a detailed and accurate representation of its appearance for generations to come. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a significant publication in the field of zoology and natural history, featuring high-quality illustrations of a wide range of animals and plants. The collaboration between George Shaw, a renowned naturalist and illustrator, and Frederick Nodder, a skilled engraver, resulted in a series of stunning and accurate illustrations that remain valuable resources for ornithology and natural history research today.
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