Rock Ptarmigan (Lagopus Mutus), Male in Late Autumn
~ 1828
About this artwork
This detailed illustration depicts a Rock Ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) in its late autumn plumage, likely part of a larger ornithological series. It was drawn by Magnus von Wright and lithographed by Wilhelm von Wright, renowned Finnish natural history artists.
Did you know?
The von Wright brothers were prominent Finnish naturalists and artists, renowned for their detailed and scientifically accurate bird illustrations. Their work, particularly "Svenska Fåglar", is considered a cornerstone of Nordic ornithological art. The Rock Ptarmigan itself is famous for its seasonal plumage changes, turning almost entirely white in winter to camouflage with snow, and sporting a mottled brown and white coat in autumn as depicted here. This adaptation is crucial for its survival in harsh Arctic and subarctic environments.
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Rock Ptarmigan (Lagopus Mutus), Male in Late Autumn
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
