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Great and lesser spotted woodpeckers
Great spotted woodpecker, Dendrocopos major, and Lesser spotted woodpecker, Dryobates minor. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Casse Dendrocopos Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fries Guerin Meneville Lesser Major Minor Naturelle Ornithology Pittoresque Spotted Woodpecker
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1. Title: "A Pair of Woodpeckers: The Great Spotted and Lesser Spotted, A Feast of Avian Diversity" This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving, created by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries for the "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville, presents a captivating pairing of two distinct woodpecker species: the Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) and the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dryobates minor). The Great Spotted Woodpecker, with its bold, black-and-white plumage and distinctive red patch on the nape of its neck, is perched atop a tree trunk, its sharp beak poised for the hunt. Its larger size and more vibrant coloration make it a striking presence in the forest. In contrast, the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, with its brown and white speckled plumage, sits on a nearby branch, seemingly more demure and elusive. Its smaller size and subtle coloration make it a more challenging bird to spot in its natural habitat. The intricate details of their feathers, beaks, and expressions are masterfully captured in this engraving, showcasing the artists' exceptional skill and dedication to ornithological accuracy. This image not only highlights the physical differences between these two woodpecker species but also underscores the beauty and diversity of the natural world. This engraving is an essential addition to any collection focused on ornithology, zoology, or the history of natural history illustration. It offers a glimpse into the past, when artists and naturalists collaborated to document the natural world in stunning detail, inspiring awe and appreciation for the intricacies of nature.
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