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Discover this striking vintage postcard from 1979, featuring a beautiful illustration of the Houbara Bustard (Chlamydotis undulata). Depicting this magnificent desert bird amidst a sandy, scrubland landscape, the artwork captures the unique elegance and natural habitat of the species. The detailed illustration showcases the bird's distinctive crest, patterned plumage, and its presence within the arid environment, making it a captivating piece for ornithology enthusiasts and collectors of wildlife art. Published by "Izobrazitel'noe iskusstvo" in Moscow, USSR, this postcard provides a glimpse into Soviet-era natural history documentation. The reverse side features comprehensive Russian text detailing the Houbara Bustard's scientific name, its habitat across Central Asia and the USSR, breeding habits, and importantly, its status as a rare and endangered species with hunting strictly prohibited.