Black Hawk (Falco Harlani)
1830
About this artwork
This illustration depicts two Harlan's Hawks perched on tree branches. It is plate 86 from John James Audubon's seminal work "The Birds of America."
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John James Audubon's "Birds of America" is a landmark achievement in ornithological art, renowned for its life-sized depictions of North American birds. The Harlan's Hawk, once classified as a distinct species, is now considered a subspecies of the Red-tailed Hawk, a fascinating shift in scientific understanding. This particular plate beautifully showcases Audubon's meticulous observation and artistic skill.
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Black Hawk (Falco Harlani)
John James Audubon, 1830
