Ardeidae Collection (page 13)

Ardea alba, great egret
Plate 386 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

Egretta caerulea, little blue heron
Plate 307 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

Botaurus lentiginosus, American bittern
Plate 337 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

Bare-throated Tiger Heron (Tigrisoma mexicanum) holding a freshly caught fish in its beak on the riverbank of the Rio Sirena. Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Pied Heron (Ardea picata) immature, wading amongst vegetation in billabong, Western Australia, Australia

Fasciated Tiger-heron (Tigrisoma fasciatum) adult, standing on rock in river, Costa Rica, february

Snowy Egret - feeding in lagoon at sunset, California
ROG-14165 Snowy Egret - feeding in lagoon at sunset California, USA Egretta thula Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Great Blue Heron - close up of head. Occurs throughout USA, extending into Canada. Sarasota, Florida, USA
ASW-4692 Great Blue Heron - close up of head. Occurs throughout USA, extending into Canada. Sarasota, Florida, USA. Ardea herodias Alan J. S

Tri-coloured Heron in breeding plumage. Common inhabitant of salt marshes and mangrove swamps of east
ASW-4457 Tri-coloured Heron in breeding plumage Weston, Florida, USA. Egretta tricolor Alan J. S. Weaving Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Yellow-crowned Night-Heron in breeding plumage. Searching for crabs in hotel grounds
ASW-4459 Yellow-crowned Night-Heron in breeding plumage Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas. Nyctanassa violacea Alan J. S. Weaving Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Ardeidae: A Majestic Symphony of Grace and Elegance" In the enchanting painting "The Silence of the Snows" by Joseph Farquharson, a serene winter landscape is brought to life with the presence of Ardeidae. These magnificent birds, belonging to the family Ardeidae, captivate our hearts with their ethereal beauty. One such member is Nyctanassa violacea, also known as the yellow-crowned night heron. With its striking plumage and piercing eyes, this nocturnal hunter adds an air of mystery to any scene it graces. Egretta garzetta, commonly referred to as the little egret, showcases pure elegance in its slender form and snowy white feathers. Standing gracefully on the edge of a pond in Regents Park or reflected in tranquil waters at night, this bird exudes tranquility and poise. A flock of Grey herons (Ardea cinerea) standing in perfect formation along a pond's edge creates a mesmerizing sight reminiscent of synchronized dancers. Their stoic presence symbolizes patience and resilience against nature's elements. Witnessing a Great Egret or Great White Heron (Ardea alba) taking flight is like witnessing poetry in motion. Its majestic wingspan carries it effortlessly through North Hesse's skies or across Camargue's breathtaking landscapes in France. The great blue heron (Ardea herodias), represented by both Joseph Farquharson's masterpiece and Boundary Bay's coastal scenery in British Columbia, commands attention with its regal stature. This iconic bird embodies strength and grace simultaneously. Amongst these remarkable species lies Australasian Bittern Matuku Hrepo—a rare gem that enchants us with its elusive nature. Its unique appearance serves as a reminder that beauty can be found even where it may seem hidden from plain sight.