Birds Of Great Britain Collection (page 7)

Mergus merganser, goosander, Alcedo atthis, common kingfishe
Plate 34 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Luscinia megarhynchos, common nightingale
Plate 56 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Limosa lapponica, bar-tailed godwit
Plate 51 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Calandrella brachydactyla, greater short-toed lark
Plate 21 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Neophron percnopterus, Egyptian vulture
Plate 1 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Coturnix coturnix, common quail
Plate 15 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Scolopax rusticola, Eurasian woodcock
Plate 77 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Dendrocopos leucotos, white-backed woodpecker

Morus bassanus, gannet
Plate 54 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Tachybaptus ruficollis, little grebe
Plate 42 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Locustella naevia, grasshopper warbler
Plate 78 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Asio flammeus, short-eared owl
Plate 32 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Tetrax tetrax, little bustard
Plate 18 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Botaurus stellaris, Eurasian bittern

Charadrius alexandrinus, Kentish plover
Plate 40 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Aythya marila, greater scaup
Plate 24 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Passer montanus, Eurasian tree sparrow
Plate 33 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Circus macrorus, pallid harrier
Plate 27 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Riparia riparia, collared sand martin
Plate 7 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Fringilla montifringilla, brambling
Plate 35 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Charadrias morinellus, Eurasian dotterel
Plate 43 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Corvus corone cornix, hooded crow
Plate 59 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Calidris temminckii, Temmincks stint
Plate 73 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Falco biarmicus, lanner falcon
Plate from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1, (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

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"Birds of Great Britain: A Diverse Avian Tapestry" From the majestic Falco rusticolus, also known as the gyrfalcon, to the charming Emberiza calandra or corn bunting, Great Britain is home to a fascinating array of bird species. One cannot help but be captivated by the ethereal beauty of Nyctea scandiaca, commonly known as the snowy owl. With its pure white plumage and piercing yellow eyes, this magnificent creature stands out against any wintry backdrop. The Phalacrocorax aristotelis or European shag is another avian resident found along British coastlines. These sleek black birds are often seen perched on rocky cliffs, their feathers glistening in the sunlight. In contrast to these dark-hued birds, we have Oriolus oriolus - the Eurasian golden oriole. Its vibrant yellow plumage and melodious song bring a burst of color and joy to woodlands across Great Britain. Motacilla alba, better known as the white wagtail, can be spotted near rivers and lakes throughout the country. Their distinctive wagging tails add an element of charm to their already delightful presence. Venturing into meadows and grasslands reveals one of nature's hidden gems - Crex crex or corncrake. This elusive bird's unique call echoes through fields during summer evenings when it emerges from its well-concealed hiding spots. Aegithalos caudatus or long-tailed tit brings a touch of whimsy with its fluffy appearance and long tail that seems almost disproportionate for such a small bird. They flit about in flocks among trees and shrubs like tiny acrobats. Carduelis flammea cabaret adds splashes of crimson with its vibrant red head cap amongst frost-covered branches during winter months; this lesser redpoll brightens up even the gloomiest of days.