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Red-crested cardinal, Paroaria coronata
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Red-crested cardinal, Paroaria coronata
Red-crested cardinal, Paroaria coronata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Red-crested Cardinal, Paroaria coronata, a vibrant and distinctive bird native to South America. The illustration was drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1800. The Red-crested Cardinal, also known as the Red-crested Warbling Finch or the Crested Dominican Cardinal, is a medium-sized bird with a rich red body, a black mask around its eyes, and a distinctive crest of bright red feathers on its head. This species is native to the forests and grasslands of central and eastern South America, from Brazil to Paraguay and Argentina. The Red-crested Cardinal is a popular subject in the field of zoology and natural history, and this beautiful engraving is a testament to the fascination that these birds have held for naturalists and collectors for centuries. The intricate detail and lifelike accuracy of the illustration are a result of the painstaking process of copperplate engraving, which involved etching the design into a copper plate and then applying multiple layers of color by hand. This engraving is not only a valuable historical document, but also a work of art that showcases the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The Red-crested Cardinal continues to be a beloved species among birdwatchers and naturalists, and this illustration serves as a reminder of the important role that natural history plays in preserving and celebrating the natural world for future generations.
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