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Red bird-of-paradise, Paradisaea rubra
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Red bird-of-paradise, Paradisaea rubra
Red bird-of-paradise, Paradisaea rubra, and king bird-of-paradise, Cicinnurus regius.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary and Elizabeth Kirbys Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands, T. Nelson, London, 1872. Mary Kirby (1817-1893) and Elizabeth Kirby (1823-1873) were two Victorian sisters who wrote many natural history books for children
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This chromolithograph showcases two of the most exotic and intriguing birds of the paradise family: the Red Bird-of-Paradise (Paradisaea rubra) and the King Bird-of-Paradise (Cicinnurus regius). The image is taken from "Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands," a natural history book written by Victorian sisters Mary Kirby (1817-1893) and Elizabeth Kirby (1823-1873). This stunning print, produced by an unknown artist and engraver for T. Nelson, London, in 1872, transports us to the lush, tropical landscapes of New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. The Red Bird-of-Paradise, with its vibrant red plumage and distinctive elongated wire-like feathers, is perched gracefully on a branch, displaying its captivating appearance. This bird is known for its elaborate courtship displays, which involve shaking its feathers to create a rustling sound and fluttering them to reveal bright red underparts. The Red Bird-of-Paradise is currently classified as Near Threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and hunting. The King Bird-of-Paradise, with its iridescent green and blue plumage, is depicted in mid-flight, showcasing its distinctive long, curved tail feathers. This bird is known for its elaborate courtship displays, which involve jumping from branch to branch while making a loud, booming call. The King Bird-of-Paradise is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN, but its population is believed to be declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
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