Monticola Collection

Blue rock thrush (Monticola solitarius) Spain, April

Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and rufous-tailed rock-thrush, Monticola saxatilis. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire

Common rock thrush, Monticola saxatilis
Common rock thrush with nest and eggs, Monticola saxatilis, and song thrush with nest and eggs, Turdus philomelos. Merle de roche et merle grive ordinaire

Blue-capped rock thrush ( Monticola cinclorhynchus), Whitefield, Bangalore, March

Rock Thrush bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Crimson-flowered peony, a native of the Levant, Paeonia monticola (Paeonia peregrina).. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtiss

Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis), males in eclipse plumage, Alpine Zoo Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria, Europe

Dor beetle (Anoplotrupes stercorosus, Geotrupes amoethysticus, Geotrupes erythropterus, Geotrupes fauconneti)
Dor beetle (Anoplotrupes stercorosus, Geotrupes amoethysticus, Geotrupes erythropterus, Geotrupes fauconneti, Geotrupes inaequalis, Geotrupes juvenilis, Geotrupes monticola, Geotrupes nigrinus)

Picture No. 10898527
Blue Rock Thrush (Monticola solitarius) Date:

Monticolar cinclorhynchus, blue-capped rock thrush
Plate 20, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Monticola solitarius, blue rock thrush
Plate 19, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Blue Rock Thrush at Monfrague - Extremadura Spain

Rock Thrush (Morris)
ROCK THRUSH (Monticola saxatilis)

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Monticola, a crimson-flowered peony native to the Levant, is a captivating beauty that enchants with its vibrant hues. Just like the fieldfare and rufous-tailed birds, Monticola stands out in nature's symphony of colors. However, it is the common rock thrush, Monticola saxatilis, that truly steals the show with its striking blue plumage. In Whitefield, Bangalore during March, one can witness the mesmerizing sight of the Blue-capped rock thrush (Monticola cinclorhynchus) perched gracefully amidst serene surroundings. Similarly, Spain in April becomes adorned by another enchanting species - the Blue rock thrush (Monticola solitarius), adding an ethereal touch to its landscapes. The Benson's Rock Thrush (Monticola sharpei bensoni) finds its home in Madagascar and showcases unique characteristics that make it stand out among other avian wonders. Its presence brings joy to those fortunate enough to witness this rare gem. But Monticola doesn't limit itself to just birds; it extends its allure even further. Orobanche Rapum or Greater Broom-rape finds solace alongside this magnificent species as they coexist harmoniously in their natural habitat. Even at Alpine Zoo Innsbruck in Tyrol, Austria, Europe reveals yet another facet of Monticola's charm. The Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis) dons an eclipse plumage which adds an air of mystery and intrigue to this already captivating creature. Nature never ceases to amaze us. Even Dor beetles such as Anoplotrupes stercorosus and Geotrupes amoethysticus find companionship with Geotrupes erythropterus and many others including Geotrupes monticola. These fascinating creatures remind us of how diverse our world truly is.