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Centropus ateralbus, pied coucal
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Centropus ateralbus, pied coucal
Plate 34 from Louis-Isidore Duperreys Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, (1826). From drawings made during his voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia, Papua New Guinea and Australia
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Plate 34 from Louis-Isidore Duperrey's Voyage de la Coquille (1822-1825) Zoologie Atlas (1826) features a captivating illustration of the Pied Coucal, Centropus ateralbus, a bird belonging to the Cuculidae family and the order Cuculiformes. This historic image, drawn during Duperrey's voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Australia, showcases the intricate details of this intriguing avian species. The Pied Coucal is depicted perched on a branch, its black and blue plumage contrasting sharply against the background. Its long, hooked beak is open, revealing the pink interior, while its belly is adorned with white spots. The fan-like feathers on its forehead are spread out, adding to the bird's distinctive appearance. The illustration also highlights the unique anatomy of the Sauropsida, a group of reptiles and birds, with the bird's sauropsid characteristics evident in its long tail and the arrangement of its bones. Duperrey's Voyage de la Coquille was a significant publication in the field of zoology during the Victorian era. The atlas, which contained meticulously drawn illustrations of various animals encountered during the voyage, was a testament to the scientific exploration and discovery of the natural world during this period. The Pied Coucal illustration, in particular, remains a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of this enigmatic bird species.
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