Dendrocopos major, great spotted woodpecker

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Dendrocopos major, great spotted woodpecker

Plate 26 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

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Belly Breast Cheek Dendrocopos Drilling Forehead Hollow Macgillivray Nape Pair Pecking Perched Dendrocopos Major Great Spotted Woodpecker Greater Spotted Woodpecker

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Plate 26 from William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) features a captivating illustration of the Great Spotted Woodpecker, Dendrocopos major. In this meticulously detailed nineteenth-century artwork, the bird is depicted perched on a branch, its vibrant plumage on full display. The Great Spotted Woodpecker is easily recognizable by its distinctive black and white markings, with large, red spots adorning its belly and the nape of its neck. Its long, pointed beak is curved and angled, perfectly suited for drilling into trees in search of insects and larvae hidden beneath the bark. The woodpecker's head is turned slightly to the side, revealing the intricate anatomy of its cheek, which helps absorb the force of its powerful blows. The illustration also highlights the fan-like tail feathers and the broad, powerful breast of the bird, which aid in balancing and maneuvering while pecking. The Great Spotted Woodpecker is a common sight in wooded areas across Europe and Asia, and its presence is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the natural world. MacGillivray's illustration is a beautiful and accurate representation of this fascinating bird, offering a glimpse into the natural history of the past.

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