Corn Crake (Crex crex)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This artwork is a highly detailed scientific illustration of a Corn Crake, featuring the bird standing amidst sparse ground vegetation. It was likely created for a natural history book or publication.
Did you know?
The Corn Crake, known scientifically as *Crex crex*, gets its name from its distinctive, harsh, and repetitive 'crex-crex' call, which it typically makes from dense vegetation. This migratory bird is a master of camouflage, often remaining hidden in tall grasslands and meadows, making it more frequently heard than seen. Unfortunately, habitat loss due to modern agricultural practices has led to a decline in its populations across Europe.
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Corn Crake (Crex crex)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
