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Camarhynchus crassirostris, vegetarian finch
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Camarhynchus crassirostris, vegetarian finch
Plate 41, hand coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould from Charles Robert Darwins Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle, Part 3 Birds, (1838-41). Finch from the Galapagos Islands
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Plate 41: Camarhynchus crassirostris, or the Vegetarian Finch, from the Galapagos Islands, as depicted in this stunning hand-coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould, taken from the third part of Charles Darwin's seminal work, "Zoology of the Voyage of the H.M.S. Beagle." This exquisite illustration, created in the 19th century during Darwin's groundbreaking expedition, showcases the unique anatomy of this intriguing finch species. The Camarhynchus crassirostris, with its distinctively large, curved, and hooked beak, was observed by Darwin on his visits to the Galapagos Archipelago. The finch's bill, adapted for its vegetarian diet, is particularly noteworthy, featuring a broad base and a thin, pointed tip. The finch is perched on a branch, its cross-marked breast contrasting sharply with the brown background. The intricate details of the finch's plumage, as well as the naturalistic setting, are masterfully rendered by the skilled hands of John and Elizabeth Gould. This image, a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, continues to inspire awe and fascination over 180 years after its creation.
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