Otus asio, eastern screech owl

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Otus asio, eastern screech owl

Plate 7, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

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18th Century Bird Of Prey Breast Catesby Etching Feather Horn Mark Mark Catesby Nocturnal Otus Eastern Screech Owl Megascops Asio Otus Asio

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This stunning hand-colored etching is Plate 7 from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands, Volume 1, published between 1731 and 1743 by the renowned English naturalist Mark Catesby. The illustration showcases the Eastern Screech Owl (Otus asio), also known as Megascops asio, a small, nocturnal bird of prey native to the eastern United States and parts of Canada. The Eastern Screech Owl is depicted in intricate detail, with its orange-brown feathers covering its body, wings, and head, contrasting with its grey face and ear tufts. Its piercing, yellow eyes are fixed intently on the viewer, while its distinctive ear openings, shaped like a cross, are clearly visible on either side of its head. The owl's beak is crossed in its mouth, as if in a silent, thoughtful contemplation. The anatomy of the Eastern Screech Owl is depicted with great accuracy, highlighting its unique physical features. Its feathers are intricately detailed, with each individual quill and barb visible. The etching also reveals the owl's powerful talons, perfect for seizing and holding onto its prey. Catesby's illustration of the Eastern Screech Owl is a testament to the artist's exceptional skill and dedication to natural history. This beautiful work of art, produced during the 18th century, continues to captivate and inspire viewers with its exquisite detail and accurate representation of this fascinating bird.

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