Cuculus Collection

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on a branch. Thursley Common, Surrey, UK, May

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on gate Surrey, England, UK. April

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) male, Germany, April

Cuculus canorus
Rostislav Kralik

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) in flight, Germany, April. May

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on Hawthorn blossom, Surrey, England, May

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on Cherry tree blossom Surrey, England, UK. April

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) calling perched on branch of Hawthrorn(Cratageus monogyna) Surrey, England, UK. May

Jacobin cuckoo, Clamator jacobinus (African cuckow, Cuculus afer). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany

African emerald cuckoo and red-billed malkoha
African emerald cuckoo, Chrysococcyx cupreus, and red-billed malkoha, Zanclostomus javanicus. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys

Madagascan cuckoo-roller or Courol, Leptosomus discolor
Madagascan cuckoo-roller or courol, Leptosomus discolor (Variegated cuckow, Cuculus discolor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Fan-tailed cuckoo, Cacomantis flabelliformis (Fan-tailed cuckow, Cuculus flabelliformis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds

Shining bronze cuckoo, Chrysococcyx lucidus (Shining cuckow, Cuculus lucidus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Red-faced malkoha, Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus. Vulnerable. (Red-headed malkoha, Cuculus pyrrhocephalus.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn

African cuckoo, Cuculus gularis (Lineated cuckoo, Cuculus lineatus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology

Common cuckoo, Cuculus canorus, male 1, female 2, young 3 being fed by a robin, Erithacus rubecula, and eggs 4, 5. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1848

Lesser coucal and Asian emerald cuckoo
Lesser coucal, Centropus bengalensis (top), and Asian emerald cuckoo, Chrysococcyx maculatus. (Lark-heeled cuckow, Cuculus bengalensis and spotted curcucui)

Passeres, Cuckoo, Bird of Paradise (colour litho)
6016749 Passeres, Cuckoo, Bird of Paradise (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Passeres, Cuckoo, Bird of Paradise)

Trigla cuculus, or Blochs Gurnard, sometimes also referred to as Red Gurnard. Marcus Elieser Bloch was a German doctor and naturalist of the late 18th century. Date: 1863

Common reed bunting (Emberiza schoeniclus) attacking Common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus), female, Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, Germany, May

Gurnard on fishmonger slab in Oxford Covered market

Picture No. 11051730
East Atlantic / Red Gurnard Eastern Atlantic including British waters to West Africa and throughout the Mediterranean Date:

The Common Cuckoo, Cuculus Canorus. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C. 1890
The Common Cuckoo, Cuculus Canorus. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C.1890

The cuckoo Cuculus canorus
The cuckoo (Cuculus canorus). Parker, Richard Dunscombe 1805 - 1881

Cuculous plagosus, Latham Collection, Vol. 2
Cuculous plagosus, Latham Collection, Vol.2, f.280

Common cuckoo, Cuculus canorus, and crested coua, Coua cristata.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France

Picture No. 11676329
Red Gurnard (composite image) Date:

Picture No. 11676328
Red Gurnard (composite image) Date:

Picture No. 11051729
East Atlantic / Red Gurnard Eastern Atlantic including British waters to West Africa and throughout the Mediterranean Date:

Picture No. 10887360
Cuckoo - stealing Reed Warbler's eggs from nest (Cuculus canorus) Date:

Picture No. 10863672
Cuckoo - Adult perched on branch (Cuculus canorus) Date:

Picture No. 10855196
CUCKOO - and Reed Warbler egg (Cuculus canorus) Date:

Cuckoo - Ditchling East Sussex. Taken in 1950 by Eric Hosking
Cuckoo - Ditchling East Sussex.Taken in 1950 by Eric Hosking

Common Cuckoo - Minsmere, Suffolk, May

Cuculus canorus, common cuckoo chick
Plate 68 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Cuculus canorus, common cuckoo, Anthus pratensis, meadow pip

Cuculus canorus, common cuckoo
Plate 139 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Cuculus sparverioides, large hawk-cuckoo
Plate 41, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Great Spotted Cuckoo
GREAT SPOTTED CUCKOO (Cuculus canorus)

Cuckoo (Sharpe)
GREAT SPOTTED CUCKOO (Cuculus canorus)

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"Cuculus: A Fascinating World of Cuckoos" Witness the enchanting beauty of the Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) as it perches gracefully on a branch at Thursley Common, Surrey, UK in May. Its distinctive call fills the air, marking the arrival of spring. In April, a majestic Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) graces us with its presence as it confidently rests on a gate in Surrey, England. Its sleek feathers and striking appearance captivate all who encounter it. Traveling to Germany in April reveals another stunning sight - a male Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus). With its vibrant plumage and elegant demeanor, this bird showcases nature's artistry. Watch in awe as the Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) takes flight over Germany in April and May. Its wings spread wide against the sky, creating an ethereal spectacle that leaves spectators spellbound. Explore beyond familiar territories to discover other remarkable species like the Jacobin cuckoo (Clamator jacobinus), African emerald cuckoo, red-billed malkoha or even the Madagascan cuckoo-roller also known as Courol (Leptosomus discolor). The Fan-tailed cuckoo (Cacomantis flabelliformis) exhibits elegance with every movement. Its fan-shaped tail adds flair to its already charming presence. Behold the iridescent beauty of Shining bronze cuckoos (Chrysococcyx lucidus). Their shimmering feathers reflect sunlight like precious metal – truly a sight to behold. Delve into conservation efforts for vulnerable species such as Red-faced malkohas (Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus). These captivating birds require our attention and protection for their survival. Lastly, let us not forget about African cuckoos like Cuculus gularis.