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Common tody-flycatcher, Todirostrum cinereum
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Common tody-flycatcher, Todirostrum cinereum
Common tody-flycatcher, Todirostrum cinereum (Black-headed tody, Todus melanocephalus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology: Flycatchers, Edinburgh, W.H. Lizars, 1836
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This hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Common Toddy-flycatcher, Todirostrum cinereum, also known as the Black-headed Toddy or the Black-headed Tody-flycatcher, Todus melanocephalus. The image is taken from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology, specifically the volume on Flycatchers, published in Edinburgh by W.H. Lizars in 1836. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of William Swainson, a prominent English naturalist and illustrator of the time. The Common Toddy-flycatcher is a small, colorful bird native to Central and South America. The male of the species is distinguished by its black head and chest, while the female and juveniles have a grayish-brown head and chest. The bird's body is mainly grayish-brown, with a short, pointed bill and a long, graduated tail. The Toddy-flycatcher is a versatile bird that can be found in various habitats, including forests, woodlands, and gardens. It is an agile flyer and hunts insects in the air or perched on branches. The Toddy-flycatcher is also known for its distinctive call, which is a loud, clear "pee-wit" sound. This beautifully detailed engraving captures the intricacies of the Common Toddy-flycatcher's appearance and showcases the exceptional artistry of the time. The use of hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a stunning addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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