Parus Major (Great Tit)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A detailed natural history illustration depicting a Great Tit (Parus Major) with its characteristic black and yellow plumage and white cheek patches, perched on a barren branch, with a small insect visible on the branch.
Did you know?
The Great Tit, or Parus major, is a common and highly adaptable passerine bird found across Europe and Asia. Known for its distinctive "tee-cher, tee-cher" song and acrobatic foraging, it often visits gardens and parks. These birds are intelligent, capable of problem-solving, and have even been observed using tools in some instances.
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Parus Major (Great Tit)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
