Images Dated 12th January 2004

Red kite, historical artwork

Red kite. Historical artwork of a red kite (Milvus milvus) perched on a branch. This bird of prey inhabits woodland near open country across most of Europe, apart from the northern parts. It feeds on small mammals and carrion. It may reach a length of up to 65 centimetres, with a wingspan of nearly two metres. This artwork was drawn by Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935)

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Corncrake, historical artwork

Corncrake. Historical artwork of a corncrake, or landrail (Crex crex). This bird differs from its relatives the coot, moorhen and rail in that it does not live in water. Instead it inhabits grasslands throughout much of Europe and Africa. It is a migrant, breeding in Europe and Asia and wintering in Africa and the Mediterranean region. The advent of mechanised agriculture greatly reduced its numbers, as it nests in fields and meadows, and farm machines destroy its nests and eggs. It feeds on seeds and insects, and may reach a length of up to 30 centimetres. Its scientific name is taken from its harsh "crex crex" call. Artwork drawn by Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935)

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Formula One Testing: Ryan Briscoe Toyota TF103 on his first lap in a fog covered Jerez circuit on the morning of the 6th day of testing

Ryan Briscoe (AUS) Toyota TF103 on his first lap in a fog covered Jerez circuit on the morning of the 6th day of testing.
Formula One Testing, Jerez, Spain, 7-12 January 2004.
DIGITAL IMAGE

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