A handbook to the birds of Egypt, London, John Van Voorst, 1872, birds, Egypt, The illustration features two birds of prey, identified as members of the Buteo genus. The larger bird, positioned prominently in the foreground, has a robust body with intricate feather patterns in shades of brown and hints of rufous. Its powerful legs end in sharp talons, ready for hunting. The smaller bird, depicted in the background, appears slightly more slender and perched on a rock, observing its surroundings. Both birds are surrounded by a natural landscape that includes wispy grasses, suggesting a habitat typical of open fields or woodlands, emphasizing their connection to nature. The title, 'Buteo ferox,' labels the species, hinting at its fierce predatory nature.