The American Redstart
1904
About this artwork
This is a detailed scientific plate depicting three American Redstart birds perched on branches, published as an illustration in a birding journal.
Did you know?
Louis Agassiz Fuertes is considered one of the greatest bird artists in American history, known for his ability to capture the 'personality' of birds rather than just their anatomy. This illustration was featured in the Bulletin of the Michigan Ornithological Club, a publication that helped document regional biodiversity during the turn of the 20th century.
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The American Redstart
Louis Agassiz Fuertes, 1904
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