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Asian paradise-flycatcher, Terpsiphone paradisi leucogaster
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Asian paradise-flycatcher, Terpsiphone paradisi leucogaster
Asian paradise-flycatcher (Himalayan), Terpsiphone paradisi leucogaster (Muscipeta leucogaster). Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Bildersaal Friedrich Gallery Georg Himalayan Naturhistorischer Ornithology Terpsiphone Thierreiches Treitschke Leucogaster Paradise Flycatcher Paradisi
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This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving depicts the Asian Paradise-flycatcher, Terpsiphone paradisi leucogaster, also known as the Himalayan or Muscipeta Paradise-flycatcher. The Asian Paradise-flycatcher is a small, colorful bird native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. This particular subspecies, Terpsiphone paradisi leucogaster, is found in the Himalayas and adjacent regions. The Asian Paradise-flycatcher is known for its striking appearance, with iridescent green and blue feathers on its back and wings, and a vibrant orange-red face and underparts. The male bird, as depicted in this engraving, has long, decorative tail feathers, which it uses to attract females during courtship displays. This engraving is from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, published in Leipzig, Germany, in 1842. Treitschke was a renowned German naturalist and publisher, who produced high-quality works on natural history and zoology. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The Asian Paradise-flycatcher is not only an aesthetically pleasing bird but also an important part of its ecosystem, feeding on insects and other small invertebrates. Its population is currently considered to be of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), but habitat loss and fragmentation are threats to its survival. This engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique species that inhabit it.
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