Eumyias albicaudata, Nilgiri verditer flycatcher
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Eumyias albicaudata, Nilgiri verditer flycatcher
Plate 31, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)
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1829 1928 Bill Cockburn Fly Catcher Flycatcher Margaret Bushby La Cockburn Margaret Bushby Lascelles Muscicapidae Nilgiri Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Rump Sauropsid Sauropsida
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Plate 31 of Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn's "Neilgherry Birds and Miscellaneous" (1858) features a stunning watercolor illustration of the Nilgiri Verditer Flycatcher (Eumyias albicaudatus), a passerine bird belonging to the Muscicapidae family. The bird is depicted perched gracefully on a branch, showcasing its distinctive grey plumage, bright yellow eyes, and the distinctive white patch on its rump. The Flycatcher's long, curved bill is also clearly visible, an essential feature for its insect-catching diet. This illustration, created in the nineteenth century, provides a glimpse into the natural history of the Nilgiri Mountains in South India during the 1829-1928 timeframe. Cockburn's meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill bring the bird to life, offering a captivating representation of the avian species for ornithological and artistic appreciation. The Nilgiri Verditer Flycatcher is a resident of the Western Ghats and the Nilgiri Mountains, making it an essential component of the region's rich biodiversity. This flycatcher's scientific name, Eumyias albicaudatus, translates to 'good miner with a white rump.' The bird's ability to camouflage itself among the foliage makes it an elusive yet fascinating creature, adding to its allure. Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1833-1928) was a prolific English naturalist and artist who dedicated her life to documenting the flora and fauna of India. Her work, "Neilgherry Birds and Miscellaneous," is a testament to her passion and commitment to preserving the natural world through illustration. This exquisite watercolor of the Nilgiri Verditer Flycatcher is a prime example of her artistic prowess and her significant contribution to the field of ornithology.
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