Upland Plover (Bartramia longicauda)
1910
About this artwork
An ornithological illustration of an Upland Plover, featuring one bird perched on a rock and another in flight. The work was published as part of the 1910 study on the distribution and migration of North American shorebirds.
Did you know?
Louis Agassiz Fuertes was one of the most prolific and respected American bird artists of the early 20th century, often accompanying scientific expeditions to capture the essence of species in their native habitats. His work was pivotal in bridging the gap between rigid, static specimen drawing and the more dynamic, lifelike portrayals that modern birders have come to appreciate. The Upland Plover itself is a fascinating species, known for its long-distance migration from the Great Plains of North America all the way to the pampas of Argentina.
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Upland Plover (Bartramia longicauda)
Louis Agassiz Fuertes, 1910
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