Gold-winged Woodpecker (Northern Flicker)
1827
About this artwork
This detailed engraving, likely from John James Audubon's "Birds of America," depicts several Gold-winged Woodpeckers (Northern Flickers) in various postures around a tree trunk. One bird appears to be feeding an insect to another, illustrating natural behavior.
Did you know?
John James Audubon's "Birds of America" is an iconic work in ornithological art, renowned for its life-sized illustrations of North American birds. The Gold-winged Woodpecker, also known as the Northern Flicker, is distinguished by its golden-yellow wing and tail feather shafts, a feature vividly captured in Audubon's meticulous rendering. This particular plate showcases the birds' natural interactions, highlighting Audubon's dedication to both scientific accuracy and artistic beauty.
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Gold-winged Woodpecker (Northern Flicker)
John James Audubon, 1827
