Audubon Swamp Sparrow Bird on Wild Mandrake Postcard

This charming reproduction of John James Audubon’s Plate 64 from Birds of America features a solitary Swamp Sparrow perched delicately on a flowering May Apple plant, also known as the American or Wild Mandrake. This unassuming brown and rust-colored songbird, with its gray face and white throat, is a common sight in the wetlands of Mississippi and throughout the Eastern United States and Canada. Its sweet, undulating musical chirp adds a touch of melody to the marshes it calls home. Unlike many sparrows, the Swamp Sparrow is often seen wading in shallow water rather than flitting through dry woods. It thrives in marshy habitats, nesting among cattails and tall grasses, particularly along the Atlantic coast. Audubon’s detailed depiction brings out the subtle beauty of this modest songbird and its unique wetland environment, making it a wonderful addition for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, and art collectors alike.