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Silver pheasant, Lophura nycthemera
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Silver pheasant, Lophura nycthemera
Silver pheasant, Lophura nycthemera (Phasianus nycthemerus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Bildersaal Friedrich Gallery Georg Lophura Naturhistorischer Ornithology Phasianus Pheasant Thierreiches Treitschke
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1. Title: "Silver Pheasant: A Radiant Avian Beauty from the Annals of Natural History" This exquisite handcoloured lithograph showcases the resplendent Silver Pheasant, Lophura nycthemera (also known as Phasianus nycthemerus), a captivating bird species native to the forests of Southeast Asia. The image is an elegant testament to the intricate details of the Silver Pheasant, as depicted in Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches (Natural History Picture Gallery of the Animal Kingdom), published in Leipzig, Germany, in 1842. The Silver Pheasant is renowned for its striking plumage, with iridescent silver-grey feathers covering its body and a vibrant, glossy black plumage on its wings and tail. The male's most prominent feature is the long, white tail feathers adorned with black bars, which are displayed during courtship displays to attract females. The female, on the other hand, sports a more subdued appearance, with a brown body and grey-brown wings. The Silver Pheasant is a forest-dwelling bird, inhabiting the dense undergrowth and mountainous regions of countries such as China, India, and Myanmar. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of fruits, seeds, and insects. These elusive birds are known to be cautious and secretive, making them difficult to observe in their natural habitat. This stunning handcoloured lithograph is a remarkable piece of ornithological history, providing a glimpse into the natural world of the Silver Pheasant and showcasing the meticulous artistry of the time. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the Earth's diverse wildlife and the role that natural history collections and documentation play in documenting and celebrating the beauty of the natural world.
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