Passerculus sandwichensis, Savannah sparrow
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Passerculus sandwichensis, Savannah sparrow
Plate 109 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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American Sparrow Aquatint Asterid Audubon Birds Of America Birds The Art Of Ornithology Elphick Emberizidae Ericales Eudicot Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Pair Passeriformes Passerine Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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Plate 109 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features the Savannah Sparrow (Passerculus sandwichensis), a passerine bird native to North America. This exquisite hand-colored aquatint print, engraved, printed, and colored by R. Havell (& Son) of London, captures the intricate details of this unassuming yet beautiful bird. The Savannah Sparrow is depicted perched on a branch, its plumage a mix of brown, gray, and white hues, with a distinctive yellow lores and a short, notched tail. The background showcases a variety of flowering plants, including asterids and ericales, adding a touch of the natural habitat to the image. Audubon's "Birds of America" is considered a groundbreaking work in the field of ornithology, showcasing the natural history and artistic beauty of the avian species of the Americas. Each plate is a testament to the meticulous observation and dedication of Audubon and his team, who traveled extensively across the continent to study and document the birds in their natural habitats. The Savannah Sparrow is a member of the Emberizidae family, order Passeriformes, and class Aves. It is an eudicot, belonging to the angiospermae, magnoliophyta, and dicotyledon classes. The Savannah Sparrow is an important seed-eating bird in its ecosystem and is known to feed on the seeds of various angiosperms, including asterids and dicots. Its presence is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the American continent, a theme that runs through Audubon's masterpiece.
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