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Madagascan cuckoo-roller or Courol, Leptosomus discolor
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Madagascan cuckoo-roller or Courol, Leptosomus discolor
Madagascan cuckoo-roller or courol, Leptosomus discolor (Variegated cuckow, Cuculus discolor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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Cuculus Discolor Frederick Madagascan Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Ornithology Polydore Shaw Variegated
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1. Title: "The Enchanting Variegated Cuckoo-roller of Madagascar" This image showcases the Madagascan Cuckoo-roller, scientifically known as Leptosomus discolor, also referred to as the Variegated Cuckoo, Cuculus discolor, or Courol. This exquisite illustration was drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artists Richard Polydore Nodder and George Shaw, and published as part of their comprehensive work, "The Naturalist's Miscellany," in London, 1806. The Madagascan Cuckoo-roller is a unique and intriguing bird endemic to the island of Madagascar. With its striking appearance, this bird has long fascinated ornithologists and naturalists. The hand-colored copperplate engraving beautifully captures the bird's vibrant plumage, featuring a predominantly black body with iridescent green and blue feathers on its wings and back, and a white underbelly. The head is adorned with a distinctive white eyebrow and a red eye. The Madagascan Cuckoo-roller is a brood parasite, meaning it lays its eggs in the nests of other birds, such as the Madagascar Drongo, and lets the host raise its young. This fascinating adaptation is a testament to the bird's intriguing biology and its role in the complex web of life on the island of Madagascar. This illustration is a remarkable testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the naturalists of the past, providing us with a window into the natural history of this bird species. The intricate details of the plumage, the lifelike expression, and the accurate representation of the bird's habitat make this a true masterpiece of zoological illustration.
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