Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
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Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
Plate 10 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Accipiter Accipitridae Accipitriformes Action Attack Birds Of Great Britain Dramatic Eurasian Gould Accipiter Nisus Eurasian Sparrowhawk
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Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 (1873) presents a captivating and dramatic illustration of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) in action. The hand-coloured lithograph, a masterpiece of 19th-century natural history art, depicts the bird mid-attack, its sharp, hooked beak and talons fully extended, ready to strike. The hawk's grey and brown plumage is beautifully rendered, with intricate detailing on the feathers, creating a lifelike representation of this agile and stealthy raptor. The Eurasian Sparrowhawk is a member of the Accipitridae family, order Accipitriformes, and is a common bird of prey in Europe and Asia. Known for its ability to fly silently and swiftly, it is an expert hunter, preying on small birds and mammals during the daytime. This image captures the intensity and focus of the hawk as it hunts, making it a stunning addition to any natural history collection. The illustration's dramatic composition, with the hawk in flight against a backdrop of branches and foliage, adds to the sense of action and energy. The intricate hand-colouring further enhances the detail and realism of the image, making it a true work of art. Overall, Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 is a testament to the beauty and power of the natural world, captured in exquisite detail during the 19th century.
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