Black Tern; Great Shearwater 

"Black Tern; Great Shearwater" is a painting by Archibald Thorburn, a British artist known for his detailed and realistic bird illustrations. The artwork showcases the black tern, a small bird with a black head and back and a white underside, perched on a bed of reeds and grasses. Thorburn's meticulous brushstrokes capture the delicate details of the tern's plumage and the natural environment it inhabits, showcasing his mastery of avian art.