common1945-1980

Yellow-rumped Thornbill

Name: Yellow-rumped Thornbill
Brand: Australia

Australia · 1966 · 2c

The stamp features a detailed drawing of a Yellow-rumped Thornbill (Acanthiza chrysorrhoa) by scientific illustrator Betty Temple Watts. The bird is depicted in profile, facing left, with its distinctive yellow rump visible.

This stamp is part of a definitive series issued in 1966, featuring Australian birds and navigators, reflecting Australia's natural heritage and its connection to the British monarchy through Queen Elizabeth II.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

birds fauna definitive royalty

Catalog Numbers

michel362

Image: "Postmaster-General's Department" (PMG) (1901-1975) of the Australian Federal Government under supervision of the British Royal Mail · License: Public domain

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