Curvirostra Collection

European roller, Coracias garrulus 1 (near threatened), hoopoe, Upupa epops 2, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra (red 3)
FLO4574118 European roller, Coracias garrulus 1 (near threatened), hoopoe, Upupa epops 2, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra (red 3, yellow 4), and thrush nightingale, Luscinia luscinia 5

Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, and house sparrow, Passe domesticus
FLO4598031 Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, and house sparrow, Passe domesticus, on a flowerpot

Crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, male. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4640096 Crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, male. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London

The Red Crossbill, Loxia curvirostra is sitting at the waterhole in the forest, reflecting on the surface, preparing for the bath, colorful backgound with some flower . Petr Simon

Evening grosbeak, brown creeper and black and white warbler
Evening grosbeak, Coccothraustes vespertinus 1, 2, brown creeper, Certhia americana 3, and black and white warbler, Mniotilta varia 4

Woodcock, red crossbill and black skimmer
Woodcock, Scolopax rusticola, red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, and black skimmer, Rynchops niger Becasse, bec-croise, et bec en ciseaux

10938918
Bullfinch, Pyrrhula pyrrhula, and crossbill, Loxia curvirostra.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France

Germany, juvenile, Type B Bohemian Crossbill

Dutch hookbill duck, Anas boschas var curvirostra
Dutch hookbill duck, Anas boschas var. curvirostra.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Common crossbill, Loxia curvirostra.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Picture No. 10899283
Common Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra) Date:

Picture No. 10898864
Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra) Date:

Red Crossbill female on pine tree - Utah America

Red Crossbill young male on pine tree - Utah America

Red Crossbill male on pine tree - Utah America

Red Crossbill male feeding on pine cones
JZ-1866 Red CROSSBILL - male feeding on pine cones. USA Loxia curvirostra Coniferous forests dweller Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Crossbill (Morris)
(Loxia curvirostra) This was formerly named the Parrot Crossbill (Loxia pityopsittacus) but was later recognised as a simple crossbill variant

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Curvirostra, a genus of birds that includes various species such as the Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra), Dutch hookbill duck (Anas boschas var curvirostra), Evening grosbeak, brown creeper, black and white warbler, Woodcock, red crossbill, and black skimmer. These fascinating creatures captivate with their unique features and behaviors. The Red Crossbill is known for its distinctive crossed bill that allows it to extract seeds from conifer cones. With its specialized beak adapted for this purpose, it can access food sources that other birds cannot reach. This adaptation has led to different subspecies across Europe and North America. In Germany, one can find the Common Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra ssp curvirostra). Juvenile individuals of this species are classified as Type B Bohemian Crossbills due to their distinct characteristics. Their bills are perfectly designed for extracting seeds from pinecones. Observing these birds in their natural habitats offers a glimpse into their diverse lifestyles. From the dense forests where they search for sustenance to open waters where they glide gracefully on the surface or dive underwater like the black skimmer. Their vibrant plumage adds beauty to any landscape they inhabit. Whether it's the striking red hues of the Red Crossbill or the colorful patterns found on other members genus like Evening grosbeaks or black and white warblers. Birdwatchers often marvel at their ability to adapt to different environments across continents. The Curvirostras' resilience enables them to thrive in various climates and ecosystems worldwide. As we appreciate these avian wonders through photographs like Picture No. 10899283 or identification numbers such as 10938918, we gain a deeper understanding of their importance in our ecosystem. They play crucial roles in seed dispersal while also serving as indicators of forest health due to their reliance on coniferous habitats.