Palm cockatoo, Probosciger aterrimus
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Palm cockatoo, Probosciger aterrimus
Palm cockatoo, Probosciger aterrimus.. Handcolored steel engraving by Joseph Kidd from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Browns Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, Edinburgh, 1833
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Audubon Cockatoo Dick Kidd Lauder Miscellany Ornithology Palm Parrots Aterrimus Probosciger
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This handcolored steel engraving depicts the Palm Cockatoo, Probosciger aterrimus, a striking and distinctive bird native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and northern Australia. The Palm Cockatoo is the largest of all cockatoos, with a height of up to 3 feet and a wingspan of over 4 feet. The bird's black plumage is adorned with a distinctive red and white "helmet" on its head, which is used in courtship displays. The beak of the Palm Cockatoo is also noteworthy, being both elongated and curved, which gives it an almost comical appearance. This engraving was created by the skilled hand of Joseph Kidd, and is part of Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Brown's Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, published in Edinburgh in 1833. The Miscellany was a comprehensive work on the natural history of parrots, featuring beautiful handcolored plates created through the process of steel engraving. The work was produced during a time when Europeans were becoming increasingly fascinated with the natural wonders of the colonial world, and the study of ornithology was a popular pursuit. The Palm Cockatoo was a particular object of fascination for naturalists of the time, as it was a relatively new discovery and its distinctive appearance set it apart from other birds. Today, the Palm Cockatoo remains a beloved and intriguing species, and efforts are being made to protect it from habitat loss and poaching. This beautiful engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and documenting its wonders for future generations.
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