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Long-tailed sylph, Aglaiocercus kingi
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Long-tailed sylph, Aglaiocercus kingi
Long-tailed sylph, Aglaiocercus kingi, and Rufous-crested coquette, Lophornis delattrei.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary and Elizabeth Kirbys Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands, T. Nelson, London, 1872. Mary Kirby (1817-1893) and Elizabeth Kirby (1823-1873) were two Victorian sisters who wrote many natural history books for children
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Beautiful Coquette Crested Exotic Hummingbird Kirby Lands Lophornis Ornithology Rufous Tailed Tropical Elizabeth Sylph
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This chromolithograph showcases two exquisite hummingbird species, the Long-tailed Sylph, Aglaiocercus kingi, and the Rufous-crested Coquette, Lophornis delattrei. The image is taken from Mary and Elizabeth Kirby's "Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands," published by T. Nelson in London in 1872. The Long-tailed Sylph, with its iridescent green and purple plumage, long, slender tail, and distinctive white tips on its wings, is perched gracefully on a branch. Its elongated tail feathers are used for balance and maneuverability during flight, allowing it to hover in mid-air and feed on nectar from tropical flowers. The Rufous-crested Coquette, on the other hand, is a small, vibrant hummingbird with a bright orange-rufous crest and a metallic green body. With its large, expressive eyes and delicate wings, it appears poised and alert, ready to take flight at a moment's notice. Mary and Elizabeth Kirby were two Victorian sisters who dedicated their lives to natural history and writing educational books for children. Their publications, filled with stunning illustrations like this one, introduced a new generation to the wonders of the natural world and fueled a growing fascination with exotic and tropical species. This chromolithograph, with its intricate details and rich colors, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the study of ornithology was a source of wonder and discovery. The Long-tailed Sylph and Rufous-crested Coquette continue to captivate us with their beauty and grace, reminding us of the endless wonders that await us in the natural world.
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