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What year did "The Birds of America" start publication?

  • 1827

  • 1800

  • 1835

  • 1840

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1827 marked the commencement of "The Birds of America" publication, a monumental work by John James Audubon. This comprehensive collection of hand-colored engravings showcased over 400 life-sized bird species found in North America. Audubon's meticulous illustrations and detailed descriptions revolutionized ornithology and established him as a pioneering naturalist.
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