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Ruby-crested hummingbird, Chrysolampis mosquitus
Ruby-crested hummingbird, Chrysolampis mosquitus (Trochilus moschitus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology: Hummingbirds, Edinburgh, W.H. Lizars, 1834
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Ruby-crested Hummingbird, Chrysolampis mosquitus (formerly known as Trochilus moschitus), a vibrant and captivating species of hummingbird native to Central America. The illustration is taken from Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ornithology, specifically the volume dedicated to Hummingbirds, published in Edinburgh by W.H. Lizars in 1834. The Ruby-crested Hummingbird is easily identified by the brilliant ruby-red crest on its head, contrasting with its emerald green back and iridescent throat feathers. Hummingbirds are renowned for their iridescent plumage, which is created by the refraction of light through the structure of their feathers. This stunning bird is also characterized by its long, curved beak, which it uses to extract nectar from flowers. Sir William Jardine was a Scottish surgeon, naturalist, and explorer, who amassed an impressive collection of natural history specimens during his travels in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. He collaborated with several prominent naturalists of the time, including John Edward Gray and George Robert Gray, to produce the Naturalists Library: Ornithology series. The series was notable for its high-quality illustrations, which were produced using the latest techniques in steel engraving and hand-coloring. This particular illustration of the Ruby-crested Hummingbird is a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver, William Lizars, and the colorist, whose deft touch brings the bird to life with stunning detail and vibrant colors. The intricately detailed feathers, the lifelike expression on the bird's face, and the lush foliage in the background all contribute to a captivating and realistic representation of this beautiful and elusive creature.
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