Willow Warbler (Phylloscopus trochilus)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A detailed lithographic illustration of a willow warbler, identified by its scientific name *Phylloscopus trochilus*, perched on a leafy branch against a plain background. This work is part of a series of ornithological plates by Wilhelm von Wright.
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The Willow Warbler is a small, migratory songbird renowned for its melodic song and incredible migratory journeys, traveling from its breeding grounds in Europe and Asia to sub-Saharan Africa. This feat of endurance makes it one of the most remarkable long-distance migrants among small passerines, showcasing nature's extraordinary navigational abilities.
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Willow Warbler (Phylloscopus trochilus)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828