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Bubo coromandus, dusky eagle owl
A watercolour of the dusky eagle owl (Bubo coromandus) by an unknown artist, (c. 1840), part of the Lord Ashton Collection held in the Natural History Museum, London
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the enigmatic and captivating Dusky Eagle Owl (Bubo coromandus), a nocturnal bird of prey native to the Indian subcontinent. The artwork, created around 1840, is part of the esteemed Lord Ashton Collection housed in the Natural History Museum in London. The artist, unfortunately unknown, masterfully captures the owl's intricate anatomy and distinctive features. The Dusky Eagle Owl's large, expressive eyes are the focal point of the illustration, with their golden irises piercing the darkness of the night. The feathers on its head, adorned with tufts of down, add to its regal appearance. Its beak, curved and hooked, is a testament to its predatory nature. The owl's ear openings, barely visible, are a subtle reminder of its acute auditory abilities. The owl's grey plumage, speckled with black and white, blends seamlessly with its surroundings, making it an expert camouflaged hunter. Its powerful claws, sharp and ready, are poised to grasp its prey. The owl's head is adorned with a distinctive horn-like projection, which is actually a feathered ear cover. The Dusky Eagle Owl belongs to the Strigidae family, also known as the typical owls, and the order Accipitriformes, which includes hawks, eagles, and kites. This painting is an excellent example of the art of ornithology during the 19th century, a time when natural history was a popular pursuit among the aristocracy. It is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and studying the diverse array of species that inhabit our planet.
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