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Thornbill Collection

The thornbill, also known as the Bronze-tailed thornbill or Chalcostigma heteropogon, is a small bird that captivates with its vibrant colors and unique features

Background imageThornbill Collection: Bronze-tailed thornbill, Chalcostigma heteropogon

Bronze-tailed thornbill, Chalcostigma heteropogon (Ramphomicron heteropogon). Handcoloured steel engraving from W.C.L. Martins A General History of Humming-birds or the Trochilidae, Bohn, London, 1852

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow thornbill and golden-headed cisticola

Yellow thornbill and golden-headed cisticola
Yellow thornbill, Acanthiza nana, and golden-headed cisticola, Cisticola exilis. (Dwarf warbler, Acanthiza nana, and exile warbler, Malurus exilis). Handcoloured engraving after an illustration by H

Background imageThornbill Collection: Picture No. 11806907

Picture No. 11806907
Yellowrumped Thornbill leaping along a branch Papunya Northern Territory Australia. Date:

Background imageThornbill Collection: Picture No. 10898779

Picture No. 10898779
Brown Thornbill (Acanthiza pusilla) Date:

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow-rumped Thornbill - near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia

Yellow-rumped Thornbill - near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia
DH-4799 Yellow-rumped Thornbill near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia Acanthiza chrysorrhoa Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow-rumped Thornbill - with grub in mouth - near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia

Yellow-rumped Thornbill - with grub in mouth - near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia
DH-4801 Yellow-rumped Thornbill - with grub in mouth near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia Acanthiza chrysorrhoa Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow-rumped Thornbill - near Ti Tree Community - Northern Territory - Australia

Yellow-rumped Thornbill - near Ti Tree Community - Northern Territory - Australia
DH-4800 Yellow-rumped Thornbill near Ti Tree Community - Northern Territory - Australia Acanthiza chrysorrhoa Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageThornbill Collection: Inland Thornbill - in mulga scrub near Mt Liebig - Northern Territory - Australia

Inland Thornbill - in mulga scrub near Mt Liebig - Northern Territory - Australia
DH-4654 Inland Thornbill - in mulga scrub near Mt Liebig Northern Territory - Australia Acanthiza apicalis Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow-rumped Thornbill - at nest - Central Australia JPF07835

Yellow-rumped Thornbill - at nest - Central Australia JPF07835
JPF-14171 Yellow-rumped Thornbill - at nest Central Australia Acanthiza chrysorrhoa Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageThornbill Collection: Yellow-rumped Thornbill At Herdsman Lake, Perth, Western Australia. Best known

Yellow-rumped Thornbill At Herdsman Lake, Perth, Western Australia. Best known
DH-3769 Yellow-rumped Thornbill Herdsman Lake, Perth, Western Australia. Acanthiza chrysorrhoa chrysorrho Best known and most widespread thornbill found in most areas with trees


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The thornbill, also known as the Bronze-tailed thornbill or Chalcostigma heteropogon, is a small bird that captivates with its vibrant colors and unique features. One of its close relatives is the Yellow thornbill and golden-headed cisticola, both equally stunning in their own right. In Picture No. 11806907 by John Gould and H. C. Richter, we see the Ramphomicron microrhyncha (Small-billed) displaying its intricate patterns and delicate beauty. Another variation of this species can be seen in Picture No. 10898779, where John Gould and H. C. Richter capture the essence of the Ramphomicron microrhyncha (Small), showcasing its striking yellow plumage. Found near Ti Tree in Northern Territory, Australia, the Yellow-rumped a common sight among trees and urban gardens alike. Its presence brings life to any environment it inhabits. A remarkable moment captured on camera shows a Yellow-rumped Thornbill with a grub in its mouth near Ti Tree Community - an image that highlights their resourcefulness as foragers. Venturing further into Australia's vast landscapes, we find the Inland Thornbill thriving amidst mulga scrub near Mt Liebig in Northern Territory - adapting to survive in harsh conditions. Nesting habits are another fascinating aspect of these birds' lives; one such example can be witnessed through Central Australia JPF07835's photograph capturing a Yellow-rumped Thornbill at its nest. Traveling westward to Perth, Western Australia reveals yet another enchanting scene: Herdsman Lake becomes home to these delightful creatures as they grace us with their presence. The thornbill is not only well-known but also widely distributed throughout various habitats across Australia - except for far northern regions - making it an Australian endemic species worth cherishing. With each sighting comes a renewed appreciation for the beauty of nature and the intricate wonders it holds.