Ornithology Collection (page 4)

Curlew, Scolopax arquata, Numenius arquata.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Calandra lark, skylark, crested lark and marsh lark.. Handcolored engraving on steel by Annedouche after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richards New Edition of the Complete Works of Comte de

Bearded tit (Panurus biarmicus), perching on a branch

Dartford warbler (Sylvia undata), perching, side view

Whooping Crane, from Birds of America
BAL5907 Whooping Crane, from Birds of America by Audubon, John James (1785-1851); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; American, out of copyright

Sulphur and white breasted Toucan, 19th century (colour lithograph)
BAL4822 Sulphur and white breasted Toucan, 19th century (colour lithograph) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

2644319; out of copyright

2644314; out of copyright

2644313; out of copyright

BLACKBURN: BIRDS, 1895. Blue Tit. Illustration by Jemima Blackburn, 1895

AUDUBON: WAXWING. Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

AUDUBON: COWBIRD. Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

AUDUBON: PLOVER. Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

Common kingfisher C015 / 6384
Common kingfisher. Female common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on a branch. This colourful bird is found throughout Eurasia and northern Africa. It eats fish, aquatic insects and crustaceans

Snowy owl, Bubo scandiacus.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Nightingale, goldcrest, cinereous tit and great tit.. Handcolored engraving on steel by Annedouche after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richards New Edition of the Complete Works of Comte de

Bluethroat, robin and western yellow wagtail.. Handcolored engraving on steel by Annedouche after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richards New Edition of the Complete Works of Comte de Buffon

Illustration of bird brain, including cerebrum, cerebellum, and medulla

White storks courting C018 / 9343
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) courting

Budgerigar under UV light C016 / 5772
Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) photographed under ultraviolet (UV) light

Bonellis eagles, artwork. Male and female Bonellis eagles (Aquila fasciata) and their chick in a nest on a rockface. These large birds of prey breed in southern Europe

Blue-footed booby courtship display C013 / 7485
Blue-footed booby courtship display. Pair of blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) displaying during a courtship ritual. Photographed on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands

USA, North America, California
USA - California - San Diego - Cedar Waxwing

SATIN BOWER BIRD. (Ptilonorhynchus holosericeus). Wood engraving, English, 19th century

AUDUBON: YELLOW CHAT, (1827-38). Yellow-breasted Chat (Icteria virens) by John James Audubon for his Birds of America
AUDUBON: YELLOW CHAT, (1827-38). Yellow-breasted Chat (Icteria virens) by John James Audubon for his " Birds of America, " 1827-38

Shoveler duck, historical artwork
Shoveler. Historical artwork of a male shoveler duck (Anas clypeata). This duck inhabits wetlands and inland waters across much of the northern hemisphere

Snares cape pigeon (Daption capense) swimming. Photographed off of the South Island, New Zealand

Male pintail (Anas acuta). This duck is widespread throughout northern Europe and Asia and North America. It inhabits wetland areas and feeds on plant material extracted from the lake bottom

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua), Cuverville Island, Antarctic peninsula

Calliope Hummingbird (Stellula calliope) visiting Louseworts in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

European robin perched in a sycamore tree
European robin (Erithacus rubecula) perched in a sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) tree in the snow. Photographed in Scotland, UK, in February

Two Herring Gulls (Larus argentatus), perched on a granite rock, showing the male gull calling

Great Auk (Pinguinus impennis), engraving
Great Auk. Engraved plate of a Great Auk (Pinguinus impennis), a bird that became extinct in the mid-19th century. This was the last species of a genus of giant flightless birds

AUDUBON: CROW. American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos / Corvus Americanus), from John James Audubons The Birds of
AUDUBON: CROW. American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos/Corvus Americanus), from John James Audubons The Birds of America, 1827-1838

IVORY-BILLED WOODPECKERS. Oil on canvas, c1820, by John James Audubon

AUDUBON: WOODPECKER. Red-headed woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus), from John James Audubons The Birds of America, 1827-1838

AUDUBON: GOLDFINCH. American goldfinch (Carduelis tristis), from John James Audubons The Birds of America, 1827-1838

AUDUBON: NUTHATCH. White-breasted nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis), from John James Audubons The Birds of America, 1827-1838

AUDUBON: THRUSH. Hermit Thrush (Catharus guttatus), from John James Audubons The Birds of America, 1827-1838

Bar Headed Goose - Par - Cornwall - UK
DAC-239 Bar Headed Goose Par- Cornwall - UK Anser indicus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Moorhen - Cornwall - UK
DAC-325 Moorhen Cornwall - UK Gallinula chloropus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Atlantic puffin with sand eels in its bill. Atlantic puffins (Fratercula arctica) feed primarily on fish and breed on the coasts of northern Europe, the Faroe Islands

King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) walking out of the sea. This penguin inhabits large colonies in island groups in the sub-Antarctic. It can reach 95 centimetres in height

Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii excisa = Morus) - endemic Galapagos subspecies. Diving for fish. Galapagos
ROG-12900 Blue-footed Booby Galapagos subspecies. Diving for fish. Galapagos. Sula nebouxii excisa = Morus Sula nebouxii excisa = Morus

Male blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) perched on a pine tree branch. Photographed in Israel in October

Watercolour illustration from a book of rare birds by G Edwards 1750. George Edwards (1694-1773)
5305134 Watercolour illustration from a book of rare birds by G Edwards 1750. George Edwards (1694-1773) was a British naturalist and ornithologist

Watercolour illustration from a book of rare birds by G Edwards 1750. George Edwards (1694-1773)
5304511 Watercolour illustration from a book of rare birds by G Edwards 1750. George Edwards (1694-1773) was a British naturalist and ornithologist

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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.