Common cuckoo brood parasite, artwork C013 / 6350
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Common cuckoo brood parasite, artwork C013 / 6350
Common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) chick being fed by a meadow pipit (Anthus pratensis). Common cuckoos are brood parasites. That is, they lay their eggs in the nest of other birds, leaving the costly rearing of their young to the owner of the nest. Plate 139 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray
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Anthus Pratensis Bird Chick Feeding Insectivore Insectivorous Meadow Pipit Migratory Ornithological Ornithology Painting Rearing Vertebrate Watercolour Watercolour Drawings Of British Animals William Macgillivray Young Common Cuckoo Cuculus Canorus European Cuckoo Interspecific
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This artwork captures a rare and fascinating moment in nature's intricate web of life. In this print titled "Common cuckoo brood parasite" we witness the extraordinary behavior of the common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) chick being fed by a meadow pipit (Anthus pratensis). The common cuckoo is known for its cunning reproductive strategy as a brood parasite, laying its eggs in the nests of unsuspecting birds. The delicate brushstrokes beautifully depict the young common cuckoo nestled among the meadow pipit's own offspring, seamlessly blending into their midst. This interspecific interaction showcases both the resilience and vulnerability within our natural world. Painted by William MacGillivray between 1831-1841, this watercolor illustration from his collection "Watercolour drawings of British Animals" offers us a glimpse into 19th-century ornithology. The attention to detail highlights not only MacGillivray's artistic skill but also his deep understanding of avian biology. As we admire this piece, let us marvel at the wonders of nature's diversity and complexity. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly ordinary creatures like birds possess remarkable adaptations and behaviors that continue to captivate scientists and enthusiasts alike. Through artistry and scientific observation, we gain insight into these intricacies while fostering an appreciation for our shared environment.
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