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Woodpeckers and picarel
Three-toed woodpecker, Picoides tridactylus 1, and picarel, Spicara smaris 2. Pic tridactyle, picarel. 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 Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fries Guerin Meneville Naturelle Ornithology Pittoresque Three Toed Tridactylus Woodpecker Picoides
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1. Title: "A Harmonious Encounter: Woodpecker and Picarel" This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, created by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries, captures a fascinating moment between two distinct creatures of the natural world: a Three-toed Woodpecker (Picoides tridactylus) and a Picarel (Spicara smaris). The image, taken from the "Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History" by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, showcases the intricate details of these animals, their vibrant colors, and their unique characteristics. The Three-toed Woodpecker, also known as Picus tridactylus or Pic tridactyle, is a medium-sized bird native to North America. With its distinctive name, this woodpecker is easily recognizable by its three toes on each foot, which provide excellent grip as it hammers away at tree trunks in search of insects. The Picarel, or Spicara smaris, is a small fish native to the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts. Its common name comes from the resemblance of its three dark spots to the beak and eyes of a woodpecker. This fish plays an essential role in the food chain as a prey species for various larger animals. The harmonious encounter depicted in this engraving highlights the intricate connections between different species within their ecosystems. The Three-toed Woodpecker, with its sharp beak, may have once hunted for Picarel or similar fish in the forests near water sources. This intriguing image not only showcases the beauty of these creatures but also emphasizes the importance of understanding their roles in the natural world. As a testament to the skill and artistry of the time, the hand-colored steel engraving beautifully preserves the essence of these creatures and their relationship, offering a glimpse into the natural history of the past.
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