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Prairie warbler, Setophaga discolor
Prairie warbler, Setophaga discolor. Chromolithograph after an illustration by Edwin Sheppard from Thomas George Gentrys Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States, J.A. Wagenseller, Philadelphia, 1881
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Carolinensis Discolor Dove Edwin Eggs Gentry Macroura Mourning Nest Nesting Nests Ornithology Pair Prairie Setophaga Sheppard Wagenseller Warbler Zenaida
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a male and female Prairie Warbler (Setophaga discolor) in their natural habitat, surrounded by lush prairie vegetation. The Prairie Warbler is a small, brightly colored songbird native to North America, with distinct yellow underparts, black mask, and yellow eyebrow stripe. This illustration was created by Edwin Sheppard, based on observations and sketches made during Thomas George Gentry's extensive ornithological studies in the late 19th century. Gentry's "Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States," published by J.A. Wagenseller in Philadelphia in 1881, was a seminal work in the field of American ornithology, showcasing meticulously detailed illustrations of the nests and eggs of over 400 species. In the image, the male Prairie Warbler is shown on the left, perched on a branch with his vibrant yellow underparts and black mask prominently displayed. The female, on the right, is nestled in the grassy vegetation, carefully tending to her nest. The nest, a neatly woven cup of grasses and plant fibers, can be seen in the foreground, with several eggs carefully arranged inside. The Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) and Carolina Wren (Zenaida carolinensis) are also depicted in the background, adding to the rich tapestry of biodiversity that characterized the American prairies during this time. This beautiful chromolithograph is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that defined Gentry's work, and remains an invaluable resource for ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts today.
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