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Superb lyrebird and false azalea
Superb lyrebird, Menura novaehollandiae, and false azalea, Menziesia ferruginea, (Rhododendron menziesii). Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Adolph Azalea Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire False Felix Edouard Ferruginea Fries Guerin Meneville Lyrebird Menura Naturelle Novaehollandiae Ornithology Pedretti Pittoresque Rhododendron Superb Menziesii
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, created by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries, showcases the captivating beauty of the Superb Lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae) in its natural habitat, surrounded by the vibrant blooms of the False Azalea (Menziesia ferruginea, also known as Rhododendron menziesii). The Superb Lyrebird is a remarkable Australian bird, renowned for its intricate and complex courtship display, which involves mimicking various sounds from its environment to attract a mate. The False Azalea, on the other hand, is a stunning rhododendron species native to the eastern parts of Australia and New Zealand. Its rich, red flowers add a burst of color to the lush, green forest floor, creating a picturesque scene. This engraving is a testament to the natural wonders of the Australian bush, and the meticulous attention to detail in the illustration and engraving process is truly awe-inspiring. The illustration was originally published in Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) between 1834 and 1839, a comprehensive and visually stunning work that documented the natural world, including ornithology and zoology.
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