Female Pheasant (Fasanhöna) (Phasianus colchicus x Phasianus torquatus), Plate 4/10
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed ornithological plate featuring a female pheasant, specifically identified as a hybrid between Phasianus colchicus and Phasianus torquatus. The artwork is labeled as "4/10," suggesting it is part of a larger series of illustrations.
Did you know?
Pheasants, like the one depicted, have a rich history, introduced from Asia to Europe centuries ago and widely naturalized. The Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) and Ring-necked Pheasant (Phasianus torquatus) are known to hybridize, leading to the diverse appearances seen in many populations today. Such detailed scientific illustrations were crucial for ornithologists and naturalists in understanding and classifying the natural world before modern photography.
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Female Pheasant (Fasanhöna) (Phasianus colchicus x Phasianus torquatus), Plate 4/10
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
