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Ornithology Collection (page 21)

Ornithology, the study of birds, has captivated artists and scientists alike throughout history

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Ornate hawk eagle, Spizaetus ornatus, and African harrier-hawk or gymnogene, Polyboroides typus

Ornate hawk eagle, Spizaetus ornatus, and African harrier-hawk or gymnogene, Polyboroides typus
FLO4660397 Ornate hawk eagle, Spizaetus ornatus, and African harrier-hawk or gymnogene, Polyboroides typus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon

Background imageOrnithology Collection: American harpy eagle, Harpia harpyja. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere

American harpy eagle, Harpia harpyja. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements
FLO4660375 American harpy eagle, Harpia harpyja. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Inca tern, Larosterna inca, and white-headed petrel, Pterodroma lessonii

Inca tern, Larosterna inca, and white-headed petrel, Pterodroma lessonii. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene
FLO4659966 Inca tern, Larosterna inca, and white-headed petrel, Pterodroma lessonii. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Yellow-billed malkoha, Phaenicophaeus calyorhynchus, and red-faced malkoha

Yellow-billed malkoha, Phaenicophaeus calyorhynchus, and red-faced malkoha
FLO4659926 Yellow-billed malkoha, Phaenicophaeus calyorhynchus, and red-faced malkoha, Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus.Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Supplements de

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Golden oriole on nest, Oriolus oriolus, and song thrush, Turdus philomelos

Golden oriole on nest, Oriolus oriolus, and song thrush, Turdus philomelos
FLO4598074 Golden oriole on nest, Oriolus oriolus, and song thrush, Turdus philomelos. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's " New

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Long-eared owl, Strix otus, and barn owl, Tyto alba, in front of a ruined church

Long-eared owl, Strix otus, and barn owl, Tyto alba, in front of a ruined church
FLO4598064 Long-eared owl, Strix otus, and barn owl, Tyto alba, in front of a ruined church. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Pardinel after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Garden warbler, Sylvia borin, common redstart, Phoenicurus phoenicurus, and European stonechat

Garden warbler, Sylvia borin, common redstart, Phoenicurus phoenicurus, and European stonechat, Saxicola rubicola
FLO4598004 Garden warbler, Sylvia borin, common redstart, Phoenicurus phoenicurus, and European stonechat, Saxicola rubicola

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Buzzard, Buteo buteo, and red kite, Milvus milvus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Oudet after

Buzzard, Buteo buteo, and red kite, Milvus milvus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Oudet after a drawing by Edouard
FLO4597987 Buzzard, Buteo buteo, and red kite, Milvus milvus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Oudet after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's " New Edition of the Complete Works

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Ostrich, Struthio camelus, and northern cassowary, Casuarius unappendiculatus (vulnerable)

Ostrich, Struthio camelus, and northern cassowary, Casuarius unappendiculatus (vulnerable)
FLO4597933 Ostrich, Struthio camelus, and northern cassowary, Casuarius unappendiculatus (vulnerable). Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Stallion, mare and foal, Equus ferus caballus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after

Stallion, mare and foal, Equus ferus caballus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a drawing by Janet
FLO4597769 Stallion, mare and foal, Equus ferus caballus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Blanchard after a drawing by Janet Lange from Richard's "New Edition of the Complete Works of

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Northern gannet, Morus bassanus, ivory gull, Pagophila eburnea, and European herring gull

Northern gannet, Morus bassanus, ivory gull, Pagophila eburnea, and European herring gull, Larus argentatus
FLO4597739 Northern gannet, Morus bassanus, ivory gull, Pagophila eburnea, and European herring gull, Larus argentatus. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Grey partridge, Perdix perdix, red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa, and common quail

Grey partridge, Perdix perdix, red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa, and common quail, Coturnix coturnix
FLO4597673 Grey partridge, Perdix perdix, red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa, and common quail, Coturnix coturnix. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Fournier after a drawing by Edouard Travies

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Common nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos, and goldcrest, Regulus regulus, on ivy leaves

Common nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos, and goldcrest, Regulus regulus, on ivy leaves, Hedera helix
FLO4597640 Common nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos, and goldcrest, Regulus regulus, on ivy leaves, Hedera helix. Cinereous it, Parus cinereus, and great it, Parus major, on a holly bush

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Western or arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, and yellow-billed oxpecker

Western or arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, and yellow-billed oxpecker. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower
FLO4597632 Western or arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, and yellow-billed oxpecker. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Anneshower after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's " New

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Coppersmith barbet, Megalaima haemacephala, pied puffbird, Notharchus tectus

Coppersmith barbet, Megalaima haemacephala, pied puffbird, Notharchus tectus, and collared puffbird, Bucco capensis
FLO4597699 Coppersmith barbet, Megalaima haemacephala, pied puffbird, Notharchus tectus, and collared puffbird, Bucco capensis

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, and extinct dodo, Raphus cucullatus

Eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, and extinct dodo, Raphus cucullatus. Woodblock engraving from an English translation of
FLO4597334 Eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, and extinct dodo, Raphus cucullatus. Woodblock engraving from an English translation of Buffon's Natural History, London, circa 1800.; (add.info.: Eagle)

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Yellow rumped warbler, Setophaga coronata (Yellow rumped flycatcher)

Yellow rumped warbler, Setophaga coronata (Yellow rumped flycatcher). Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641104 Yellow rumped warbler, Setophaga coronata (Yellow rumped flycatcher). Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Great green macaw, Ara ambiguus. Endangered. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Great green macaw, Ara ambiguus. Endangered. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4640151 Great green macaw, Ara ambiguus. Endangered. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Blue-crowned hanging-parrot, Loriculus galgulus (Sapphire-crowned parrot)

Blue-crowned hanging-parrot, Loriculus galgulus (Sapphire-crowned parrot)
FLO4640112 Blue-crowned hanging-parrot, Loriculus galgulus (Sapphire-crowned parrot). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Parasitic jaeger or Arctic skua, Stercorarius parasiticus. (Arctic bird, Larus parasiticus)

Parasitic jaeger or Arctic skua, Stercorarius parasiticus. (Arctic bird, Larus parasiticus)
FLO4640039 Parasitic jaeger or Arctic skua, Stercorarius parasiticus. (Arctic bird, Larus parasiticus) Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Wallcreeper, Tichodroma muraria. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Wallcreeper, Tichodroma muraria. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving
FLO4640010 Wallcreeper, Tichodroma muraria. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Turkey pheasant hybrid, Meleagris hybrida. Curious specimen found in the woods by Henry Seymer of

Turkey pheasant hybrid, Meleagris hybrida. Curious specimen found in the woods by Henry Seymer of Dorset in October
FLO4640025 Turkey pheasant hybrid, Meleagris hybrida. Curious specimen found in the woods by Henry Seymer of Dorset in October 1759. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Crowned eagle, Stephanoaetus coronatus. Near threatened. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Crowned eagle, Stephanoaetus coronatus. Near threatened. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4639995 Crowned eagle, Stephanoaetus coronatus. Near threatened. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Black grouse or blackgame, Tetrao tetrix, and western capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus

Black grouse or blackgame, Tetrao tetrix, and western capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus
FLO4646224 Black grouse or blackgame, Tetrao tetrix, and western capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Guianan or Gould's toucanet, Selenidera piperivora. (Green toucan, Ramphastos piperivorus)

Guianan or Gould's toucanet, Selenidera piperivora. (Green toucan, Ramphastos piperivorus)
FLO4641493 Guianan or Gould's toucanet, Selenidera piperivora. (Green toucan, Ramphastos piperivorus). Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: European or garrulous roller, Coracia garrulus. Near threatened

European or garrulous roller, Coracia garrulus. Near threatened. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641245 European or garrulous roller, Coracia garrulus. Near threatened. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Blue and yellow macaw, Ara ararauna. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Blue and yellow macaw, Ara ararauna. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641218 Blue and yellow macaw, Ara ararauna. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Indian bee eater, Merops orientalis. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Indian bee eater, Merops orientalis. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641201 Indian bee eater, Merops orientalis. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Smallest or bee hummingbird, Mellisuga helenae. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Smallest or bee hummingbird, Mellisuga helenae. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641196 Smallest or bee hummingbird, Mellisuga helenae. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Dodo, Raphus cucullatus or Didus ineptus. Extinct flightless bird

Dodo, Raphus cucullatus or Didus ineptus. Extinct flightless bird. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4640591 Dodo, Raphus cucullatus or Didus ineptus. Extinct flightless bird. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Western or Arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, bird of paradise with six head wires

Western or Arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, bird of paradise with six head wires
FLO4640441 Western or Arfak parotia, Parotia sefilata, bird of paradise with six head wires. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Ovenbird, Seiurus aurocapilla. (Golden crowned thrush, Motacilla aurocapilla)

Ovenbird, Seiurus aurocapilla. (Golden crowned thrush, Motacilla aurocapilla) Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4640286 Ovenbird, Seiurus aurocapilla. (Golden crowned thrush, Motacilla aurocapilla) Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Black-rumped flameback, Dinopium benghalense. (Indian spotted woodpecker, Picus bengalensis)

Black-rumped flameback, Dinopium benghalense. (Indian spotted woodpecker, Picus bengalensis)
FLO4640741 Black-rumped flameback, Dinopium benghalense. (Indian spotted woodpecker, Picus bengalensis) Illustration copied from George Edwards

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Red-breasted merganser or goosander, Mergus serrator. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from ' The

Red-breasted merganser or goosander, Mergus serrator. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The
FLO4640740 Red-breasted merganser or goosander, Mergus serrator. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

Background imageOrnithology Collection: King bird of paradise, Cicinnurus regius. Illustration copied from Pierre Sonnerat

King bird of paradise, Cicinnurus regius. Illustration copied from Pierre Sonnerat
FLO4640731 King bird of paradise, Cicinnurus regius. Illustration copied from Pierre Sonnerat. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Green-throated mango, Anthracothorax viridigula, young (Black-breasted hummingbird)

Green-throated mango, Anthracothorax viridigula, young (Black-breasted hummingbird, Trochilus gramineus)
FLO4650234 Green-throated mango, Anthracothorax viridigula, young (Black-breasted hummingbird, Trochilus gramineus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Bronzy inca, Coeligena coeligena (Purple hummingbird, Trochilus coeligena)

Bronzy inca, Coeligena coeligena (Purple hummingbird, Trochilus coeligena)
FLO4650227 Bronzy inca, Coeligena coeligena (Purple hummingbird, Trochilus coeligena). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Giant hummingbird, Patagona gigas (Trochilus gigas). Handcoloured steel engraving by William

Giant hummingbird, Patagona gigas (Trochilus gigas). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William
FLO4650222 Giant hummingbird, Patagona gigas (Trochilus gigas). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology

Background imageOrnithology Collection: White-necked jacobin, Florisuga mellivora (White-collared hummingbird, Trochilus mellivorus)

White-necked jacobin, Florisuga mellivora (White-collared hummingbird, Trochilus mellivorus)
FLO4650212 White-necked jacobin, Florisuga mellivora (White-collared hummingbird, Trochilus mellivorus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Sparkling-tailed woodstar, Tilmatura dupontii (Dupont's hummingbird, Trochilus dupontii)

Sparkling-tailed woodstar, Tilmatura dupontii (Dupont's hummingbird, Trochilus dupontii)
FLO4650188 Sparkling-tailed woodstar, Tilmatura dupontii (Dupont's hummingbird, Trochilus dupontii). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Harlequin hummingbird, Trochilus multicolor. Based on a fabricated specimen in the British Museum

Harlequin hummingbird, Trochilus multicolor. Based on a fabricated specimen in the British Museum
FLO4650179 Harlequin hummingbird, Trochilus multicolor. Based on a fabricated specimen in the British Museum. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Oasis hummingbird, Rhodopis vesper (Evening hummingbird, Trochilus vesper)

Oasis hummingbird, Rhodopis vesper (Evening hummingbird, Trochilus vesper)
FLO4650175 Oasis hummingbird, Rhodopis vesper (Evening hummingbird, Trochilus vesper). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library

Background imageOrnithology Collection: White-eared hummingbird, Hylocharis leucotis (Trochilus leucotis)

White-eared hummingbird, Hylocharis leucotis (Trochilus leucotis). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars
FLO4650160 White-eared hummingbird, Hylocharis leucotis (Trochilus leucotis). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Blue-cheeked bee-eater, Merops persicus (Merops savigni). Handcoloured steel engraving by William

Blue-cheeked bee-eater, Merops persicus (Merops savigni). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William
FLO4650938 Blue-cheeked bee-eater, Merops persicus (Merops savigni). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library

Background imageOrnithology Collection: African golden oriole, Oriolus auratus. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after

African golden oriole, Oriolus auratus. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir
FLO4650898 African golden oriole, Oriolus auratus. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Ornithology

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Yellow-bellied hyliota, Hyliota flavigaster (Buff-bodied flycatcher)

Yellow-bellied hyliota, Hyliota flavigaster (Buff-bodied flycatcher). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars
FLO4650863 Yellow-bellied hyliota, Hyliota flavigaster (Buff-bodied flycatcher). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William Swainson from Sir William

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus (Rufus-crowned tody, Lepturus ruficeps)

Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus (Rufus-crowned tody, Lepturus ruficeps)
FLO4650805 Tawny-crowned pygmy tyrant, Euscarthmus meloryphus (Rufus-crowned tody, Lepturus ruficeps). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William Swainson

Background imageOrnithology Collection: Willie wagtail, Rhipidura leucophrys (Whiskered fantail, Leucocirca laticauda)

Willie wagtail, Rhipidura leucophrys (Whiskered fantail, Leucocirca laticauda)
FLO4650765 Willie wagtail, Rhipidura leucophrys (Whiskered fantail, Leucocirca laticauda). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by William Swainson from Sir William



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Ornithology, the study of birds, has captivated artists and scientists alike throughout history. From the exquisite paintings of Carel Fabritius' "The Goldfinch" to Jonathan Couch's meticulous illustrations in Cornwall before 1870, these works have allowed us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of avian species. One such stunning depiction is the lithograph of the American Flamingo by John James Audubon in 1858. This vibrant artwork showcases the elegance and grace of these magnificent creatures as they stand tall on one leg. In another scene, we see two Curlew Sandpipers wading through water, their beaks pecking at unseen treasures beneath its surface. Their side view gives us a glimpse into their delicate movements and intricate feeding habits. The Robin Redbreast, with its distinctive red breastplate, symbolizes resilience and warmth during colder months. Its presence brings joy to many gardens across different regions. The Red Kite takes flight above our heads with its majestic wingspan. These birds are known for their scavenging abilities and can often be seen soaring effortlessly through open skies. A group of Long-tailed Tits perches together on a branch, forming an adorable display of camaraderie among feathered friends. Their fluffy plumage adds charm to any natural setting they inhabit. Meanwhile, the Wandering Albatross commands attention with its grandeur; this large white bird possesses black feathers at the end of its expansive wings – truly a sight to behold when gliding over vast oceans. Sadly extinct now is the Mauritian Dodo - a compact bird characterized by its curved brown bill and brown feet. A reminder that conservation efforts are crucial in preserving our avian companions for future generations. Moving away from wild species towards domesticated ones; we encounter Silver Spangled Hamburgh chickens strutting proudly amidst farm life – their striking plumage catching everyone's eye while they peck at the ground.