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Calidris cantus, red knot
Plate 190 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)
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Calidris Charadriiformes Feeding Knot Macgillivray Resting Rump Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Shell Shore Calidris Canutus Red Knot
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Plate 190 from William MacGillivray's Watercolour Drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) presents a captivating image of a Red Knot (Calidris canutus), a migratory wading bird, in its natural habitat on a rocky shore. The intricately detailed illustration showcases the bird's distinctive features, including its long, grey legs, red rump, and grey-brown plumage. The Red Knot is shown in a resting position, with its head turned to the side and its beak delicately probing the sand for food. In the foreground, a single shell lies abandoned, adding a touch of serenity to the scene. The Red Knot is a member of the Charadriiformes order, which also includes plovers, sandpipers, and gulls. This bird is a member of the Scolopacidae family, known as sandpipers and snipes. The Red Knot is a long-distance migrant, traveling between its Arctic breeding grounds and its wintering sites along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the Americas. MacGillivray's meticulous anatomical accuracy is evident in the illustration, particularly in the depiction of the bird's legs and feet, which are shown with remarkable detail. The painting also highlights the Red Knot's distinctive red knob on its beak, which gives the bird its name. This beautiful watercolor painting, created in the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the natural world of over 180 years ago. It is a testament to MacGillivray's skill as an artist and his deep understanding of the natural history of the birds he depicted. The Red Knot continues to be a beloved species, and this illustration remains an enduring record of its beauty and grace.
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