Sand martin, Riparia riparia, with nest and egg
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Sand martin, Riparia riparia, with nest and egg
Sand martin, Riparia riparia, with nest and egg.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate print showcases the Sand Martin, Riparia riparia, with its nest and a single egg. Drawn and engraved by the renowned Irish naturalist and artist, Edward Donovan, this illustration is taken from his seminal work, "The Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Sand Martins are small, agile birds that belong to the kingfisher family. They are characterized by their slender bodies, short tails, and long, pointed wings, which enable them to fly with great agility. The Sand Martin is a migratory bird, spending its summers in Europe and Asia, and winters in Africa. They are named for their preference for nesting in sandy banks along rivers and streams. The nest, which can be seen in the print, is a long, tube-like structure made of mud, which the birds construct by digging into the sandy banks. The Sand Martin's diet consists mainly of flying insects, which they catch in mid-air while hovering above the water or flying low over the ground. The single egg in the nest is a testament to the bird's reproductive success. Sand Martins typically lay a clutch of 4-6 eggs, but only a few will hatch and survive to fledging. This beautiful and intricately detailed print is a testament to Donovan's skill as an artist and his dedication to documenting the natural world. It provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the world of the Sand Martin and its habitat over 200 years ago.
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