Guy Tudor, Whose Art Brought Obscure Birds to Life, Dies at 91
NYT > Science·July 25, 2026
Guy Tudor, a self-taught ornithologist, has passed away at the age of 91. He was renowned for his precise and resplendent illustrations of tropical songbirds, which appeared in definitive field guides. Tudor's work was highly acclaimed, earning him a prestigious MacArthur fellowship. His detailed artwork helped bring obscure bird species to life, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of ornithology.
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