Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed scientific illustration of a male Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) perched on a tree trunk, rendered with precision typical of natural history plates. It was created by Swedish artist August Börjesson, known for his contributions to ornithological publications.
Did you know?
August Börjesson was a prominent Swedish natural history illustrator whose meticulous work captured the beauty and detail of Nordic fauna. His illustrations were crucial for the scientific understanding and public appreciation of species like the Black Woodpecker, which is the largest woodpecker in Europe and known for its distinctive drumming sound in forests.
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Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
