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Coloured figures of the birds of the British Islands, issued by Lord Lilford. London, R. H. Porter, 1885-1897, Great Britain, birds, Pomarine Jaeger, Pomarine Skua, pictorial works, Stercorarius pomarinus, Pomarine Skua, Museum of Comparative Zoology, The illustration features two swift-tailed swallows, capturing their elegant forms perched on a sandy surface. The birds exhibit a rich, brown plumage, with distinctive markings that highlight their streamlined bodies. One swallow is depicted in profile, while the other faces slightly towards it, suggesting a moment of interaction. The background hints at a serene natural setting, with soft hues that imply a coastal environment, complemented by subtle depictions of distant figures or birds in flight. The artwork emphasizes both the beauty of the species and the tranquility of their habitat. (Photo by: Sepia Times/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)