Willow Ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This artwork is a scientific illustration depicting a male Willow Ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus) in its distinctive spring plumage, standing amidst sparse ground vegetation. It showcases the bird's characteristic brown and white mottled feathers.
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The Willow Ptarmigan is renowned for its remarkable seasonal camouflage, undergoing a complete change of plumage to match its environment. This illustration captures a male in its striking transitional spring phase, a brief period where its mottled brown and white feathers allow it to blend seamlessly into the melting snowscapes before the full green of summer. This adaptability is crucial for survival in its Arctic and subarctic habitats.
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Willow Ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
