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Ardea herodias, great blue heron
Plate 211 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Plate 211 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," showcases the majestic Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) in a stunning hand-coloured aquatint engraving. This exquisite illustration, produced between 1834 and 1835, was engraved, printed, and hand-coloured by R. Havell (& Son) in London. The Great Blue Heron is depicted in its natural habitat, standing tall and still on the edge of a tranquil body of water. With its piercing blue eyes and long, elegant bill, this bird exudes a sense of quiet intensity as it surveys its surroundings for potential prey. The intricate details of its anatomy are beautifully rendered, from the delicate plumes on its head and back to the powerful legs and feet, perfectly adapted for wading in shallow water. The heron's behaviour is captured in this illustration as well. Its head is cocked to one side, suggesting it is listening intently for the telltale signs of fish nearby. The heron's bill is slightly open, revealing the pinkish-orange interior, which is used to attract prey and manipulate it before swallowing. The Great Blue Heron is a member of the Ardeidae family, order Pelecaniformes, and is native to North and Central America. It is a common sight in wetlands and along the edges of bodies of water during the daytime hours. This illustration is a testament to Audubon's extraordinary talent for capturing the beauty and natural history of American birds, making it an invaluable resource for ornithologists and nature enthusiasts alike.
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