Upupa Epops (Hoopoe)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A detailed scientific illustration of a Hoopoe (Upupa epops), depicted in profile and perched on a thin branch. The bird features its distinctive fan-shaped crest, long slender beak, and striking black-and-white striped wings and tail.
Did you know?
The Hoopoe is renowned for its distinctive 'up-up-up' call, which gives it its scientific name, Upupa epops. This bird is also celebrated for its spectacular crown of feathers, which it can raise and lower, adding to its unique charm. Across various cultures, the Hoopoe has been regarded as a symbol of wisdom, virtue, and even a bearer of good news.
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Upupa Epops (Hoopoe)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
