Nightingale (Luscinia luscinia)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A detailed lithographic illustration of a nightingale, identified by its scientific name Luscinia luscinia, perched on an oak branch with several green leaves.
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Nightingales, specifically Luscinia luscinia (the common nightingale), are renowned for their powerful and beautiful song, which is often heard at night, particularly during the breeding season. This highly detailed scientific illustration captures the bird in a typical arboreal setting, contributing to the rich tradition of ornithological art that has documented species for centuries.
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Nightingale (Luscinia luscinia)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
