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The birds of North America New York, 1903. birds, North America, pictorial works, Podiceps cristatus, great crested grebe, Podiceps auritus, horned grebe, Podiceps dominicus, least grebe, Podilymbus podiceps, pied-billed grebe, Podiceps nigricollis, black-necked grebe, Podiceps grisegena, red-necked grebe, Aechmophorus occidentalis, western grebe, Aechmophorus clarkii, Clark's grebe, Gavia adamsii, yellow-billed loon, Gavia arctica, arctic loon, Hydrobates furcatus, fork-tailed storm-petrel, Procellaria parkinsoni, black petrel, Hydrobates microsoma, least storm-petrel, Hydrobates leucorhous, Leach's storm-petrel, Calidris pugnax, ruff, Tringa solitaria, solitary sandpiper, Hydrobates homochroa, ashy storm-petrel, Hydrobates hornbyi, ringed storm-petrel, A richly detailed illustration featuring various avian species. The top section showcases a diverse group of water birds, including graceful grebes and elegant ducks, set against a natural backdrop that suggests a serene lakeside environment. Below, a striking display features a prominent black-and-white seabird with a glossy coat, positioned in the foreground alongside several other smaller birds, many of which exhibit intricate feather patterns. The scene emphasizes the beauty of these species, highlighting their distinctive shapes and characteristics, enhancing appreciation for avian diversity. Illustrative numbers accompany each bird, indicating their specific identification. (Photo by: Sepia Times/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)