Apodiformes Collection (page 3)

Female Annas Hummingbird perched on a Lucifer Crocosmia plant in the evening sunlight
Evening light illuminating a female Annas Hummingbird (Calypte anna) perched on a Lucifer Crocosmia (Montbretia) plant; Astoria, Oregon, United States of America

Spiders, insects and hummingbird on guava tree
Hand-coloured engraving based on Maria Sibylla Merian watercolour. From Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium, 1726 edition. Date: 1726

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The Green Violet-ear Hummingbird Colibri thalassinus is a medium-sized metallic green hummingbird species commonly found in forested areas from Mexico to northern South America Photographed along

Bird illustration
Tab 264 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Ensifera ensifera, sword-billed hummingbird
Plate 233, hand coloured lithograph from A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, (1861) by John Gould

Eriocnemis vestita, glowing puffleg
Plate 275, hand coloured lithograph from A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, (1861) by John Gould

Purple-throated hummingbirds, female
In a fascinating example of sexual dimorphism and plant-animal relationships: the female hummingbird with a smaller body and long

Picture No. 11807441
The Green Violet-ear Hummingbird Colibri thalassinus is a medium-sized metallic green hummingbird species commonly found in forested areas from Mexico to northern South America Photographed along

Hummingbird hovering by pink flowerhead and sucking nectar out of flower, side view

Giant Hummingbird, Patagona Gigas, golden brown bird in flight with a long beak next to pink flowers

Cuban Bee Hummingbird, Mellissuga helenae, with a red head in flight

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Scale-throated Hermit (Phaethornis eurynome) feeding on nectar in the paranaense rainforest ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

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Scale-throated Hermit (Phaethornis eurynome) feeding on nectar in the paranaense rainforest ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

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Scale-throated Hermit (Phaethornis eurynome) feeding on nectar in the paranaense rainforest ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

The Common Swift, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell
XJF476262 The Common Swift, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell, first published 1843 (woodcut) by Yarrell

Green-crowned Brilliant -Heliodoxa jacula-, Reserva Biologica Monteverde, Costa Rica, Central America

Purple-throated Woodstar -Calliphlox mitchellii-, hummingbird, in flight in its natural habitat, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Violet-tailed Sylph -Aglaiocercus coelestis-, in its habitat, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Purple-throated Mountain-gem -Lampornis calolaema-, female, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose Province, Costa Rica, Central America

Magnificent hummingbird -Eugene fulgens-, San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica, Central America

Close-up of four ruby-throated hummingbirds flying (Archilochus colubris)
Zoology: Birds - Apodiformes. Ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris). Body and wings positions according to direction of flight. Art work

Sparkling Violeat-ear (Colibri coruscans) hovering next to pink flowers, side view

Sparkling Violet-Ear (Colibri coruscans), bird hovering under flower, wings outstretched and tail feathers fanned out

Headshot of a Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus), profile view

Close-up of hummingbirds and swifts
Zoology: Birds - Apodiformes. Art work

Zoology: Birds, Alpine Swift, (Apus melba), illustration Biology, Zoology

Agyrtria niveipectus, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria viridiceps, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria brevirostris, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Hummingbird specimen
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Humming bird nest
A humming bird nest collected by Captain Cook 1st voyage in Rio de Janiero

Hummingbird display case
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria leucocaster, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria candida, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Archilochus colubris, ruby-throated hummingbird
Drawing 58 (Ewan 20) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram

Chalcostigma stanleyi vulcani, blue-mantled thornbill

Threnetes niger cervinicauda, pale-tailed barbthroat
Plate 14, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-61)

Phaethornis anthophilus, pale-bellied hermit
Plate 24, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-61)

Apus apus, common swift
Plate 3 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Picture No. 10717365
The Hummingbird case on display in the Natural History Museums Bird Gallery

Aerodramus leucophaeus, Polynesian swiftlet
Ff. 168. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Hirundo peruviana and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Hummingbirds in a cabinet
One of twenty-four images detailing specimens inside the hummingbird cabinet in the Natural History Museums Bird Gallery

John Goulds hummingbird cases
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Chlorostilbon aureoventris, glittering-bellied emerald hummi
Collected by Sir Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander, in Rio de Janeiro in November 1768 during Captain James Cooks first voyage

Hemiprocne mystacea, moustached treeswift
Plate 24 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 1, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph

Ramphodon naevius, saw-billed hermit
Plate 1, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilidae or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-1861)

Chaetura pelagica, chimney swift
Plate 158 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Anthracothorax nigricollis, black-throated mango
Plate 184 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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Apodiformes, a diverse order of birds known for their incredible aerial abilities and vibrant plumage, never fails to captivate our attention. From the mesmerizing sight of Common swifts gracefully soaring overhead in Wiltshire, UK, to the enchanting display of Calypte anna and Selasphorus rufus hummingbirds flitting about with unmatched agility. One cannot help but be awestruck by the Grey-rumped Tree Swift's elegant flight as it effortlessly glides through the air. And who could forget the breathtaking scene of a flock of Swifts screaming against a backdrop of blue sky and clouds in Monmouthshire? In South America, we are treated to extraordinary sightings like that of the Sword-billed hummingbird hovering in mid-air in North-Ecuador or the Violet-tailed sylph hummingbird displaying its iridescent beauty amidst Mindo's lush landscapes. The territorial battles between male Violet sabrewing hummingbirds leave us spellbound as they fiercely defend their territories. Meanwhile, Purple-throated hummingbirds proudly showcase their vibrant colors during courtship displays. For those lucky enough to witness it firsthand, an encounter with a Wine throated hummingbird engaging in its captivating courtship dance within Guatemala's Cloud forest is an experience never to be forgotten. And finally, there is nothing quite like observing a Violet-tailed sylph hummer gracefully landing after an impressive flight maneuver—a moment frozen in time yet filled with endless wonder. Apodiformes truly encompasses nature's most remarkable avian wonders—each species possessing unique characteristics that make them both awe-inspiring and unforgettable.