Fork-Tailed Flycatcher

by John James Audubon

Experience the elegant drama of early ornithological studies of America in this unique illustration of the Fork-Tailed Flycatcher (Tyrannus Savana), created by the legendary naturalist John James Audubon. This impressive artwork skillfully captures the characteristic trait of this bird—the extremely long and deeply flowing tail feathers—resting on the white flowers and green leaves of a branch of Gordonia Franklinia (Franklinia Alatamaha).

Audubon's talent in capturing motion and dynamic elements can be seen in his work once again; the gracefully flowing tail feathers of the flycatcher form a perfect contrast against the architecturally built flowers. The Fork-Tailed Flycatcher is considered a rare accidental species in the United States at the time when Audubon made this painting. For any collectors of high-quality antique prints, botanists, and those who love historic decorative elements in their homes.