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Northern diver or loon, Colymbus glacialis
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Northern diver or loon, Colymbus glacialis
Northern diver or loon, Colymbus glacialis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Diver Frederick Glacialis Loon Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Colymbus
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This exquisitely handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Northern Diver, or Common Loon, Colymbus glacialis, in its natural aquatic habitat. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Polydore Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. The Northern Diver is a large, distinctive bird that is native to the Northern Hemisphere, with a black back and white underparts, and a distinctive "laughing" call. The Northern Diver is well-adapted to life in the water, with webbed feet and the ability to hold its breath for up to seven minutes while diving for food. In this engraving, the bird is depicted with its head tilted back, likely as it prepares to dive underwater in search of fish. The intricate details of the bird's feathers and the rippling water around it are beautifully rendered, making this a stunning example of the art of handcolored copperplate engraving. George Shaw (1751-1813) and Frederick Polydore Nodder (1767-1815) were both prominent naturalists and illustrators of their time. Shaw was a prolific writer and illustrator, known for his work on the natural history of birds, while Nodder was a skilled engraver and illustrator, who worked on a number of important natural history projects. Together, they produced "The Naturalist's Miscellany," which was intended to be a comprehensive record of the natural world, covering a wide range of subjects from botany and zoology to mineralogy and geology. This image is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as well as the skill and artistry of the naturalists and illustrators who documented it. It is a valuable historical record of the Northern Diver, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world for future generations.
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