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Spotted flycatcher, Muscicapa striata
Spotted flycatcher, Muscicapa striata.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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1794 1819 Donovan Drawn Engraved Flycatcher Muscicapa Spotted Striata
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate print showcases the Spotted Flycatcher, Muscicapa striata, a small, agile bird native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The intricate detail of this illustration, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist Edward Donovan for his "Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819, captures the essence of this bird's distinctive features. The Spotted Flycatcher is aptly named for its prominent white spots and the distinctive black "eye-stripe" that runs through its eye, making it easily recognizable. This bird is a skilled hunter, perching on an exposed branch or wire and waiting for insects to come within reach before making a quick, sudden dive to catch them mid-flight. The Spotted Flycatcher's diet primarily consists of flying insects, such as flies, bees, and wasps. This beautifully preserved print not only serves as a testament to Donovan's exceptional artistic abilities but also provides a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating bird species.
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