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Charming illustration of two aquatic birds with accurate anatomical and marine details.
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Featuring the extinct Great Auk (*Pinguinus impennis*) and a Diving Bird (*Gavia stellata*), this engraving shows superb detail and coloration. The birds are shown on rocky shores, reflecting the natural habitats of seabirds.
Original engraving from c.1835
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