“Look at that mallard as he floats on the lake; see his elevated head glittering with emerald green, his amber eyes glancing in the light! Even at this distance, he has marked you, and suspects that you bear no goodwill towards him, for he sees that you have a gun, and he has many a time been frightened by its report, or that of some other. The wary bird draws his feet under his body, springs upon then, opens his wings, and with loud quacks bids you farewell.”
Quote by John James Audubon
Work
Ornithological Biography: Or An Account of the Habits of the Birds of the United States of America; Accompanied by Descriptions of the Objects Represented in the Work Entitled The Birds of America, and Interspersed with Delineations of American Scenery and Manners. 5 Vol. Il. Q.
This five-volume illustrated book provides an extensive account of the birds of the United States, including their habits and behaviors. It is accompanied by descriptions of objects depicted in another work, The Birds of America, and includes illustrations of American scenery and local customs. more
Author
John James Audubon
John James Audubon was a renowned ornithologist and natural history painter, famous for his exquisite illustrations of birds. Born on April 26, 1785, and passing away on January 27, 1851, Audubon conducted extensive observations and research on North American birds in the early 19th century. His work 'The Birds of America' remains a classic in the field of natural history literature. more
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