Printed on the plate
“Tawny Thrush”
This identification is still open; the reasoning below says what would settle it. If you can, open an issue with the evidence.
Modern identification
Not identified
Why
Traditionally the Veery, but Halley (2018) disputes it. Which Catharus thrush does the figure show?
Who made the plate
Drawn from Nature by J. J. Audubon, F. R. S. F. L. S.Engraved, Printed & Coloured, by R. Havell, London. 1833.
- John James Audubon drew
- Robert Havell Jr. engraved, printed and coloured
As the credit line gives it. More on who made these plates.
