Oxyura Collection

Oxyura jamaicensis, ruddy duck
Plate 343 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis) male in courtship display. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. May

Ruddy duck, Oxyura jamaicensis, males 1, 2, and female 3. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania

Long-tailed duck, redhead and lesser scaup
Long-tailed duck, Clangula hyemalis 1, redhead, Aythya americana 2, and lesser scaup, Aythya affinis 3. Old-squaw, redhead and lesser scaup-duck

Smooth layia, Layia chrysanthemoides (Chrysanthemum-like oxyura, Oxyura chrysanthemoides). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S

Picture No. 10885356
Ruddy Duck - male - January (Oxyura jamaicensis) Date:

Picture No. 10883932
White Headed Duck (Oxyura leucocephala) Date:

Picture No. 10885357
Ruddy Duck - female - January (Oxyura jamaicensis) Date:

Picture No. 10884035
White Headed Duck (Oxyura leucocephala) Date:

Female White headed Duck with ducklings - Coto Donana Spain

Male White headed Duck with ducklings - Coto Donana Spain

Ruddy Duck - adult male in breeding plumage - March - Arizona - USA
JZ-3928 Ruddy Duck - adult male in breeding plumage March - Arizona - USA Oxyura jamaicensis Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Captivating Courtship: Witness the mesmerizing display of the Ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis) as it woos its mate at Valkenhorst nature reserve in Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. In May, these male ducks showcase their vibrant plumage and perform intricate courtship rituals to attract a female companion. Picture No. 10885356 captures the stunning sight of a male Ruddy duck in full courtship display, while Picture No. 10883932 showcases its graceful run over the water's surface. These ducks are not alone in their beauty; they share their habitat with other captivating species like Long-tailed ducks, redheads, and lesser scaups. Nature enthusiasts will also be delighted by the presence of Smooth layia (Layia chrysanthemoides), adding bursts of yellow amidst this picturesque scene. As you explore further into this enchanting reserve, don't miss Picture No. 10885357 and Picture No. 10884035 which offer glimpses into the diverse avian world. Meanwhile, Coto Donana Spain presents an entirely different spectacle - a nurturing mother Female White-headed Duck accompanied by her adorable ducklings. This heartwarming sight reminds us of the importance of preserving natural habitats for these precious creatures. Join us on this visual journey through Oxyura's world - where courtship dances meet breathtaking landscapes and moments that truly capture nature's wonders.