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Southern double-collared sunbird and purple-throated sunbird
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Southern double-collared sunbird and purple-throated sunbird
Southern double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris chalybeus, and purple-throated sunbird, Leptocoma sperata. Handcoloured lithograph from Th. Lejeunes Complete Works of Buffon, Oeuvres Completes de Buffon, Brussels, 1837
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Buffon Burggraaff Cinnyris Complete Completes Lejeune Oeuvres Ornithology Southern Sunbird Chalybeus Double Collared Hasselt Purple Throated
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This exquisite handcoloured lithograph showcases two captivating species of sunbirds, the Southern Double-collared Sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus) and the Purple-throated Sunbird (Leptocoma sperata). The image is taken from Th. Lejeune's Complete Works of Buffon, published in Brussels in 1837. The Southern Double-collared Sunbird, also known as the Southern Souimanga or De Hasselt's Sunbird, is a small, vibrant bird native to southern Africa. The male is characterized by its distinctive double collar of black feathers around its neck, while the female sports a plain chest. Both genders exhibit bright orange-red underparts and a long, curved bill. The Purple-throated Sunbird, also known as the Purple-throated Souimanga or the Purple-throated Weaverbird, is a medium-sized sunbird found in eastern and southern Africa. The male is easily identified by its striking purple throat, chestnut-red underparts, and a black mask around its eyes. The female, on the other hand, has a duller plumage with a brownish-grey throat and a yellowish-green belly. Both sunbirds are known for their agility and their ability to hover in mid-air while feeding on nectar with their long, curved bills. They are essential pollinators in their respective ecosystems and contribute significantly to the biodiversity of the African continent. This beautiful lithograph not only serves as a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of 19th-century ornithological illustrations but also highlights the importance of preserving these precious and vital species in their natural habitats.
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