Squatarola Squatarola (Black-bellied Plover)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A meticulous scientific illustration of a Black-bellied Plover (Squatarola squatarola), depicted in profile on a small patch of grass. The plumage details, including the speckled back and white belly, are rendered with precision.
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The Black-bellied Plover, known scientifically as *Squatarola squatarola*, is a widespread migratory shorebird found on coastlines globally. Its name in Swedish, "Kustpipare," simply means "coast plover," highlighting its preferred habitat. These detailed illustrations by artists like N.W.C. Wright were crucial for ornithological studies and public education before the advent of widespread color photography.
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Squatarola Squatarola (Black-bellied Plover)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
