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White Backed Collection

The majestic white-backed creatures of Africa take center stage in this captivating collection of images

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed vulture

White-backed vulture
Massimo Felici

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed mousebird, Colius colius

White-backed mousebird, Colius colius (White-backed coly, Colius leuconotus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Picture No. 12019662

Picture No. 12019662
BIRD. African White-backed vulture, masai mara, kenya. Date:

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Picture No. 12019661

Picture No. 12019661
BIRD. African White-backed vulture, masai mara, kenya. Date:

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Africa. Tanzania. White-backed vulture (Gyps africanus) in Serengerti NP

Africa. Tanzania. White-backed vulture (Gyps africanus) in Serengerti NP
Africa. Tanzania. White-backed vulture (Gyps africanus) in Serengeti National Park

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) feeding on Common Zebra (Equus quagga) carcass

White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) feeding on Common Zebra (Equus quagga) carcass, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Mousebird (Colius colius) adult, perched in bush, Western Cape Province

White-backed Mousebird (Colius colius) adult, perched in bush, Western Cape Province, South Africa, August

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed vultures feeding

White-backed vultures feeding
White-backed vultures (Gyps africanus) feeding on a carcass. Vultures use their long hooked beaks to tear through the skin of dead animals and rip off chunks of flesh

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-Backed Vultures

White-Backed Vultures
Lake Nakuru, Kenya

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-Backed Vulture

White-Backed Vulture
Lake Nakuru, Kenya

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: The Senegal Coly and the White Backed Coly (colour litho)

The Senegal Coly and the White Backed Coly (colour litho)
BAL42806 The Senegal Coly and the White Backed Coly (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); O Shea Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus), flying, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, Africa

White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus), flying, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, Africa

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos) adult female, foraging on dead tree trunk in snow

White-backed Woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos) adult female, foraging on dead tree trunk in snow, Bialowieza N. P
White-backed Woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos) adult female, foraging on dead tree trunk in snow, Bialowieza N.P. Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland, February

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Picture No. 10984295

Picture No. 10984295
White-backed Vulture - in flight above group on ground Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa (Gyps africanus) Date:

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Whitebacked Vulture CRH 968 Preparing to land at a carcass - Botswana Gyps africanus © Chris

Whitebacked Vulture CRH 968 Preparing to land at a carcass - Botswana Gyps africanus © Chris Harvey / ardea. com
CRH-968 African White-backed VULTURE - preparing to land at a carcass Botswana Gyps africanus Chris Harvey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Vulture - preening - Mala Mala Reserve, South Africa

White-backed Vulture - preening - Mala Mala Reserve, South Africa
SE-1145 White-backed Vulture - preening Mala Mala Reserve, South Africa Gyps africanus Suzi Eszterhas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Vulture ED 364 Drinking. Bharatpur, India. Gyps bengalensis © Eric Dragesco / ardea

White-backed Vulture ED 364 Drinking. Bharatpur, India. Gyps bengalensis © Eric Dragesco / ardea. com
ED-364 Indian White-backed / Oriental White-backed / Indian White-rumped VULTURE - drinking at water. Bharatpur, India. Gyps bengalensis Eric Dragesco contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Swallow - nesting in sand bank - Alice Springs - Northern Territory - Australia

White-backed Swallow - nesting in sand bank - Alice Springs - Northern Territory - Australia
DH-4785 White-backed Swallow - nesting in sand bank Alice Springs - Northern Territory - Australia Cheramoeca leucosterna endemic Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Indian White-backed Vulture JPF 1205 Gyps bengalensis © Jean-Paul Ferrero / ardea. com

Indian White-backed Vulture JPF 1205 Gyps bengalensis © Jean-Paul Ferrero / ardea. com
JPF-1205 Indian White-backed / Oriental White-backed / Indian White-rumped Vulture Gyps bengalensis Jean Paul Ferrero contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Africa. Tanzania. White-backed Vulture flying in Serengeti NP

Africa. Tanzania. White-backed Vulture flying in Serengeti NP

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) adult, jumping up at White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) flock

Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) adult, jumping up at White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) flock, interspecific aggression, feeding at African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) carcass, South Luangwa N.P

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-backed Vulture. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

White-backed Vulture. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
SE-575 White-backed Vulture. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Gyps africanus Suzi Eszterhas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Whitebacked Vulture - at roost against sunset - silhouette - Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa

Whitebacked Vulture - at roost against sunset - silhouette - Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa
GET-2035 Whitebacked Vulture - at roost against sunset - silhouette Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa Gyps africanus Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Whitebacked Vulture - group on ground near carcass - Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa

Whitebacked Vulture - group on ground near carcass - Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa
GET-2037 Whitebacked Vulture - group on ground near carcass Sabi Sands Game Reserve - South Africa Gyps africanus Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Asian White-backed Vulture

Asian White-backed Vulture
JPF-356 Asian White-backed Vulture Gyps bengalensis Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Asian White-backed Vultures - in tree

Asian White-backed Vultures - in tree
JPF-1202 Asian White-backed Vultures - in tree Gyps bengalensis Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Ruppels Griffon Vulture & African White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) - sunning Maasai Mara

Ruppels Griffon Vulture & African White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) - sunning Maasai Mara, Kenya, Africa
FL-2386 Ruppels Griffon Vulture & African White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) - sunning Maasai Mara, Kenya, Africa. Gyps ruppellii Ferrero Labat Please note that prints are for personal display

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Australian Magpie A female of the white-backed race at Walkerville North Camping Ground

Australian Magpie A female of the white-backed race at Walkerville North Camping Ground, southern Victoria, Australia
DH-4332 Australian Magpie - A female of the white-backed race Walkerville North Camping Ground, southern Victoria, Australia

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-backed Vulture - waiting near kill Botswana, Africa

African White-backed Vulture - waiting near kill Botswana, Africa
CRH-277 African White-backed Vulture - waiting near kill Botswana, Africa Gyps africanus Chris Harvey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Vautour a dos blanc. White backed Vulture Gyps bengalensis

Vautour a dos blanc. White backed Vulture Gyps bengalensis
WAT-9171 African White-backed Vulture - in flight. Maasai Mara - Kenya - Africa Gyps africanus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: vautour a dos blanc pres d'un cadavre de cheval. Ethiopie

vautour a dos blanc pres d'un cadavre de cheval. Ethiopie
WAT-13208 White-backed Vulture Awasa, Arsi region, Ethiopia. Gyps bengalensis M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Rassemblement de vautour a dos blanc et de Ruppell pres d'un cadavre de cheval. Ethiopie

Rassemblement de vautour a dos blanc et de Ruppell pres d'un cadavre de cheval. Ethiopie
WAT-13190 White-backed / Ruppell's Vulture Awassa Ethiopia. Gyps ruppellii M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-backed Vulture. Simien Mountains - Ethiopia

African White-backed Vulture. Simien Mountains - Ethiopia
WAT-10103 African White-backed Vulture Simien Mountains - Ethiopia Gyps africanus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-Backed Vulture. Two birds waiting in a tree near a cheetah kill. Samburu, kenya. Africa

White-Backed Vulture. Two birds waiting in a tree near a cheetah kill. Samburu, kenya. Africa
ROY-323 White-Backed Vulture - Two birds waiting in a tree near a cheetah kill. Samburu, kenya. Africa Gyps bengalensis Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vulture - Fighting at feeding site. Central Namibia, Africa

African White-Backed Vulture - Fighting at feeding site. Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-6 African White-Backed Vulture - Fighting at feeding site Central Namibia, Africa Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vulture. Coming in to land. Central Namibia. Africa

African White-Backed Vulture. Coming in to land. Central Namibia. Africa
KAT-30 African White-Backed Vulture. Coming in to land. Central Namibia. Africa Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vulture Landing on tree top. Central Namibia, Africa

African White-Backed Vulture Landing on tree top. Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-2 African White-Backed Vulture Landing on tree top. Central Namibia, Africa Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vulture - Having a bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa

African White-Backed Vulture - Having a bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-15 African White-Backed Vulture - Having a bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vultures - Having a drink and bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa 2006

African White-Backed Vultures - Having a drink and bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa 2006
KAT-14 African White-Backed Vultures - Having a drink and bath after feeding. Central Namibia, Africa 2006 Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: African White-Backed Vulture. Waiting out the rain in Central Namibia, Africa

African White-Backed Vulture. Waiting out the rain in Central Namibia, Africa
KAT-12 African White-Backed Vulture Waiting out the rain in Central Namibia, Africa Gyps africanus Karl Terblanche Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Indian Whitebacked Vulture Bandhavgarh National Park, India

Indian Whitebacked Vulture Bandhavgarh National Park, India
JR-562 Indian White-backed VULTURE Bandhavgarh National Park, India Gyps bengalensis Jagdeep Rajput Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Whitebacked Vulture Botswana, Africa

Whitebacked Vulture Botswana, Africa
JD-17183 White-backed VULTURE Botswana, Africa Gyps africanus John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Ruppell's Griffon Vulture - and African Whitebacked Vulture (gyps africanus)

Ruppell's Griffon Vulture - and African Whitebacked Vulture (gyps africanus)
FL-2445 Ruppell's Griffon Vulture - and African White-backed Vulture (gyps africanus) Gyps ruppellii Ferrero Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Indian White-backed / Indian White-rumped / Oriental White-backed Vulture - perched on tree

Indian White-backed / Indian White-rumped / Oriental White-backed Vulture - perched on tree
DE-397 Indian White-backed / Indian White-rumped / Oriental White-backed Vulture - perched on tree Gyps bengalensis M. D. England Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: Lappet-faced Vulture - spreading wings with White-Backed Vulture (Aegypius africanus) in attendance

Lappet-faced Vulture - spreading wings with White-Backed Vulture (Aegypius africanus) in attendance
ASW-4361 Lappet-faced Vulture - spreading wings with White-Backed Vulture (Aegypius africanus) Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Northern Cape - South Africa Aegypius tracheliotos Alan J. S

Background imageWhite Backed Collection: White-Backed Vulture - drying wings after bathing. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Northern Cape

White-Backed Vulture - drying wings after bathing. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Northern Cape - South Africa
ASW-4360 White-Backed Vulture - drying wings after bathing Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Northern Cape - South Africa Aegypius africanus Alan J. S



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The majestic white-backed creatures of Africa take center stage in this captivating collection of images. From the vast plains of Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to the Rift Valley Province in Kenya, these remarkable animals are a sight to behold. One such creature is the white-backed vulture (Gyps africanus), with its striking appearance and powerful presence. Whether perched on a tree branch or soaring through the African skies, these birds command attention. In one image, we witness a white-backed vulture feeding on a common zebra carcass, showcasing their vital role as nature's clean-up crew. Not limited to just avian species, there is also the enchanting white-backed mousebird (Colius colius). This small bird captivates us with its delicate features and vibrant plumage. Perched in bushes across South Africa's Western Cape Province, it adds a touch of charm to its surroundings. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the diverse range of wildlife captured within these frames. The Senegal Coly and White Backed Coly make an appearance in a stunning color lithograph that showcases their unique beauty. These birds remind us of nature's endless creativity when it comes to design and adaptation. Even woodpeckers join this cast of characters, as seen in an image featuring the white-backed woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos). Against a snowy backdrop in Poland's Bialowieza National Park, this adult female diligently forages for sustenance on a dead tree trunk—a testament to resilience even amidst harsh conditions. These snapshots from different corners of Africa serve as reminders that our planet holds countless wonders waiting to be discovered. Whether it be vultures soaring above Tanzania's Serengeti or mousebirds perched among South African foliage, each creature plays an essential role within their respective ecosystems. Let us cherish these glimpses into Africa's natural world and strive towards preserving them for generations yet to come.