Plate 54. Rice Bird 

"Plate 54. Rice Bird" is a hand-colored engraving created by renowned American ornithologist and artist John James Audubon. The image depicts two rice birds perched on a branch with reddish-brown seed pods, demonstrating Audubon's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the beauty and naturalism of the avian world. Audubon’s prints were a cornerstone of his magnum opus, "The Birds of America," which showcases the diverse bird species of North America and remains a significant artistic and scientific achievement.