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Common merganser duck or goosander, Mergus merganser
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Common merganser duck or goosander, Mergus merganser
Common merganser duck or goosander, Mergus merganser.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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1. Title: "The Common Merganser Duck, or Goosander (Mergus merganser): A Meticulously Handcolored Copperplate Engraving from Shaw and Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany" This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Common Merganser Duck, also known as the Goosander (Mergus merganser). The illustration was meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned natural history artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's esteemed work, The Naturalist's Miscellany, in London, 1800. The Common Merganser Duck is a distinctive waterfowl species, native to the Northern Hemisphere. With its elongated, serrated bill and distinctively patterned plumage, this duck is a captivating sight in both its breeding and non-breeding plumages. The male, depicted in this engraving, is characterized by its glossy green and black head, white neck collar, and chestnut-brown body. The female, with her speckled brown plumage, is equally impressive in her own right. The Common Merganser Duck is an adept swimmer and diver, often found in large bodies of water, such as lakes, rivers, and coastal areas. This engraving is a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of the natural history illustrations produced during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The handcoloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a valuable addition to any collection of zoological or natural history prints. This illustration is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important historical record of the natural world. It provides a glimpse into the natural history of the Common Merganser Duck and the meticulous methods used to document and preserve the natural world during the era of natural history exploration.
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