Grasshopper Warbler (Locustella naevia)
~ 1828
About this artwork
An illustration of a Grasshopper Warbler (Locustella naevia), depicted in profile, perched on a branch. The scientific name "LOCUSTELLa NAEVIA BODD." and its Swedish common name "Gräshoppsångare" are inscribed below the bird, along with the artist's initials "B.H. g. del." and "A. Börtzel" at the bottom right, likely the lithographer.
Did you know?
The Grasshopper Warbler, or Locustella naevia, is known for its distinctive, insect-like song that resembles a fishing reel or a grasshopper's chirping, making it quite unique among European birds. Despite its widespread distribution across Europe and Asia, it's often difficult to spot due to its secretive nature, preferring dense vegetation and reeds. This detailed scientific illustration would have been crucial in an era before widespread photography, helping naturalists and bird enthusiasts identify species in the field.
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Grasshopper Warbler (Locustella naevia)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
