Ciconiiformes Collection (page 7)

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus, black-necked stork
Watercolour 302 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled New-Holland Jabiru

Mycteria leucocephala, painted stork
Plate 23 by Sydney Parkinson from the Loten Collection

Ciconia nigra, black stork
Plate 31 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Mycteria americana, wood stork
Plate 81, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

A booming Bittern, the bird lowers its head and rises its rear before producing the boom

Bittern walking through young reed, April, Minsmere, Suffolk

Male Bittern walks through young reeds

Bittern flying over reed beds at RSPB Minsmere Suffolk

Bittern in young reed, April, Minsmere, Suffolk

Scarlet ibis

Turkey Vulture - adult in flight - Cape May - NJ - USA
JZ-3832 Turkey Vulture - adult in flight Cape May - NJ - USA Cathartes aura Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Turkey Vulture - in flight - South central Florida - USA - January
JZ-3440 Turkey Vulture - in flight South central Florida - USA - January Cathartes aura Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bald Eagle nest in tree - Florida. January
JZ-3356 Bald Eagle nest in tree Florida. USA, January. Haliaeetus leucocephalus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Turkey Vulture, Cathartes aura adult. October in New Jersey
JZ-3331 Turkey Vulture October in New Jersey, USA Cathartes aura Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Ciconiiformes: Majestic Birds of the World in Flight and Nesting" Witness the grace and elegance of the Ciconiiformes, a diverse order of birds that captivate with their aerial prowess and nesting habits. In North Hesse, Germany, a Great Egret or Great White Heron -Ardea alba- soars through the sky, its wings outstretched against a backdrop of picturesque landscapes. Across Europe, from Camargue in France to North Hesse in Germany, the Grey Heron -Ardea cinerea- takes flight. Its slender form glides effortlessly through the air as it searches for its next meal. In Faro, Algarve, atop Faro Cathedral nestles a colony of White Storks (Ciconia ciconia), their nests perched high above earthly concerns. These magnificent creatures symbolize hope and fertility as they build their homes on sacred grounds. Venturing further south to Paulet Island in Antarctic Peninsula reveals an Adelie Penguin (Pygoscelis Adeliae) diligently constructing its nest. Against harsh icy winds and freezing temperatures, this resilient bird showcases unwavering determination. Closer to home in British Columbia's Boundary Bay stands the regal figure of a Great Blue Heron (Adea herodias). With patience unparalleled, it waits silently for prey beneath tranquil waters before striking with lightning speed. Traveling eastward to Rajasthan's Keoladeo National Park unveils the Black-necked Stork -Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus-. This rare species graces India's wetlands with its distinctive appearance and graceful movements. Back in Europe again lies another emblematic bird – European white stork (Ciconia ciconia). Mating pairs create enchanting scenes at sunset on Knepp estate in Sussex while reaffirming nature's cycle of life and love.