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Common Eider Collection

The common eider, also known as Somateria mollissima, is a fascinating species of duck that can be found in various parts of the world

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common eider duck (Somateria mollissima) female defending her nest from arctic fox

Common eider duck (Somateria mollissima) female defending her nest from arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus). Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen. June

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Ducks, 1894. Creator: Bruno Liljefors

Eider Ducks, 1894. Creator: Bruno Liljefors
Eider Ducks, 1894

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: White-tailed sea eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) flying over water with male Common eider

White-tailed sea eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) flying over water with male Common eider prey (Somateria mollissima), Uto, Parainen, Finland, April

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common eider (Somateria mollissima), female on her nest with sea behind, Finland, May

Common eider (Somateria mollissima), female on her nest with sea behind, Finland, May

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Stellers Eider (Polysticta stelleri) male swimming, Varangerfjord, Norway, April

Stellers Eider (Polysticta stelleri) male swimming, Varangerfjord, Norway, April, Vulnerable species. Bookplate from Danny Greens The Long Journey North

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck (colour litho)

Eider Duck (colour litho)
3121020 Eider Duck (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck (colour litho)

Eider Duck (colour litho)
3121018 Eider Duck (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider ~ on sea shore ~ Dune Island, Heligoland, Germany

Common Eider ~ on sea shore ~ Dune Island, Heligoland, Germany
Common Eider - on sea shore - Dune Island, Heligoland, Germany. Common Eider - on sea shore - Dune Island, Heligoland, Germany

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider ducks (Somateria mollissima) floating on waves, Iceland. March

Eider ducks (Somateria mollissima) floating on waves, Iceland. March

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima, from 'The Birds of America'by John J

Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima, from "The Birds of America"by John J
4071382 Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima, from " The Birds of America" by John J. Audubon, pub. 1827-38 (hand coloured engraving) by Audubon

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Barn Owl, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)

Barn Owl, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999143 Barn Owl, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Various kinds of geese (coloured engraving)

Various kinds of geese (coloured engraving)
997440 Various kinds of geese (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Ducks (colour litho)

Ducks (colour litho)
3630383 Ducks (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ducks. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common eider, Somateria mollissima

Common eider, Somateria mollissima
6338230 Common eider, Somateria mollissima by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Common eider, Somateria mollissima. Greenland duck. Great black and white duck of Edwards)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck, 1835. Creator: Robert Havell

Eider Duck, 1835. Creator: Robert Havell
Eider Duck, 1835

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888-90

Eider Duck, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888-90

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Ducks, lithograph, published in 1897

Ducks, lithograph, published in 1897
Ducks, top row: Common shelduck (Tadorna tadorna, or Tadorna vulpanser); Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos, or Anas boschas); Ruddy shelduck (or Brahminy duck)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima, 1845

Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima, 1845
Eider Duck, Fuligula Mollissima. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Group of male Common eiders (Somateria mollissima) in flight, Iceland, June

Group of male Common eiders (Somateria mollissima) in flight, Iceland, June

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Stellers Eider (Heniconnetta stelleri)

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Stellers Eider (Heniconnetta stelleri), King Eider (Somateria spectabilis), 1900, (1900)

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Eider-Duck - Somate ria mollis sima, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin

Eider-Duck - Somate ria mollis sima, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Eider-Duck - Somate ria mollis sima, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eiders in water, Somateria mollissima

Common Eiders in water, Somateria mollissima

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: eider in the snow, Norway

eider in the snow, Norway

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: flying Spectacled Eiders, Somateria fischeri, USA

flying Spectacled Eiders, Somateria fischeri, USA

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eiders with pulli, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Common Eiders with pulli, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eiders in the surf, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Common Eiders in the surf, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Group Common Eiders on the move, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Group Common Eiders on the move, Somateria mollissima, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) portrait of female in close up, Seahouses, Northumberland

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) portrait of female in close up, Seahouses, Northumberland, United Kingdom

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Two Common Eiders (Somateria mollissima) males swimming, northumberland, United Kingdom

Two Common Eiders (Somateria mollissima) males swimming, northumberland, United Kingdom

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) juvenile, Iceland

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) juvenile, Iceland

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) male flying, Manitoba, Canada

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) male flying, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) chick, Seahouses, United Kingdom

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) chick, Seahouses, United Kingdom

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) eggs, Iceland

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) eggs, Iceland

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) with chicks, Iceland

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) with chicks, Iceland

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Iceland

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Iceland

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) male, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) male, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Background imageCommon Eider Collection: Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) ducks, adult male and female swimming on water

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) ducks, adult male and female swimming on water



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The common eider, also known as Somateria mollissima, is a fascinating species of duck that can be found in various parts of the world. One captivating sight is witnessing a female common eider defending her nest from an arctic fox. With determination and bravery, she protects her precious eggs from any potential harm. Another awe-inspiring moment is observing a white-tailed sea eagle soaring gracefully over the water with a male common eider nearby. This majestic bird of prey adds an element of grandeur to the scene, while the male common eider showcases its vibrant plumage. In Finland during May, one can witness the serene beauty of a female common eider nestled on her nest with the vast sea serving as a backdrop. It's truly remarkable how these ducks find solace amidst such breathtaking surroundings. Historical illustrations like colour lithographs and engravings provide us with glimpses into the past. They allow us to appreciate the intricate details and unique features of this species. Whether it's "The Birds of America" by John J or other artistic renditions depicting these ducks in their natural habitat, they remind us of our fascination with wildlife throughout history. From Germany's Dune Island in Heligoland to Iceland's waves in March, we see images capturing flocks of eiders floating effortlessly on water bodies. Their presence brings life and vibrancy to these coastal landscapes. Lastly, let us not forget that they are not alone in their beauty; they share habitats with other avian wonders such as barn owls and various kinds of geese. These diverse species coexist harmoniously, creating an ecosystem filled with wonderment for all who observe them.