Flight Less Collection (page 9)

Thermogram of a rhea

Caudipteryx dinosaur
Caudipteryx sp. dinosaur, computer artwork. This small bird-like dinosaur, whose name means tail feather, lived in the early Cretaceous period, about 125 to 130 million years ago

1851 Takahe Mantells Petrifactions book
The frontis to Gideon Mantells 1851 book, " Petrifactions and their Teachings - a handbook to the gallery of organic remains at the British Museum"

Ostrich on a Nature Reserve, Israel
Ostrich, Struthio camelus at a breeding and reacclimation centre, the Yotvata Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, Israel

Ostrich in a Nature Reserve
Ostrich, Struthio camelus, in the Yotvata Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, Aravah, Israel. This is a breeding and reacclimation centre

Ostriches in a Nature Reserve
Ostriches, Struthio camelus, on the Yotvata Hai-Bar Nature Reserve, Israel, Aravah. This is a breeding and reacclimation centre

King penguin breeding colony
King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) breeding colony at St Andrews Bay, South Georgia. This is the largest king penguin breeding colony on South Georgia

Macaroni penguin breeding display
Macaroni penguins (Eudyptes chrysolophus) displaying in a breeding colony. These penguins are found around the edges of Antarctica and on sub-Antarctic islands

Elephant Bird, Aepyornis egg
MODEL RELEASED. Elephant bird egg (Aepyornis maximus) with hens egg for comparison. The egg volume is about 160 times greater and holds around 7 to 10 litres

Elephant Bird and humming bird egg
Elephant bird egg (Aepyornis maximus) 30cm compared to a Calliope hummingbird egg (Stellula calliope) 12mm. The Aepyornis egg volume holds around 7 to 10 litres, the hummingbirds a few millilitres

Adelie penguins (Pygoscelis adeliae), Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Gentoo penguins jumping into the sea
Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) jumping into the sea, Port Lockroy, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Adelie penguin colony
Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) colony, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Giant moa and prehistoric cow, artwork
Giant moa (Dinornis) and prehistoric cow (Bos pallasii), 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London)

Flightless cormorant male and female
Flightless cormorant (Nannopterum harrisi) male (right) that has brought a seaweed offering to a female. This seabird is endemic to the Galapagos Islands

Yellow-eyed penguin (Megadyptes antipodes). This penguin is native to New Zealand

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) four chicks, standing, with colony in background, Gold Harbour, South Georgia, november

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) chick, recently hatched, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Peninsula, South Africa

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) adult male, close-up of head and neck, South Australia, Australia

Greater Rhea (Rhea americana) adult, feeding, with beak open, close-up of head and neck, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) adult pair, in courtship walking display, Fortuna Bay, South Georgia

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) Adults walking on the edge of the tide - Falkland Islands

Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) adults, two standing on snow, Snow Hill Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) adult, tobogganing, South Georgia

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) six adults, on snow, walking in line towards stream, St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) two adults, fighting in snow, South Georgia

Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) chick, close-up of head, Snow Hill Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) adult and chick, Snow Hill Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Gentoo Penguins (Pygoscelis papua) on Sea Lion Island, south of mainland, east Falkland Island, Falkland Islands. These penguins are resident and breed in the Falklands

Gentoo Penguins (Pygoscelis papua) looking up, Keppel Island, off north coast of West Falkland, Falkland Islands

Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome chrysocome) Pebble Island, off north coast of West Falkland. Falkland Islands. They return in early October to breed after their winter pelagic wandering

Australia, Western Australia. Emu (Dromaius novaebollandiae), flightless bird

Antarctica, Neko Cove (Harbour). Gentoo penguin family Neko Cove (Harbour), Antarctica

chinstrap penguins, Pygoscelis antarctica, walking down a glacial ice cap from their colony, western Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Southern Ocean

Gentoo penguin colony in Antarctica
gentoo penguin, Pygoscelis Papua, colony along the western Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Southern Ocean

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) adult male, walking, Masai Mara, Kenya

Falkland Steamer Duck, Tachyeres brachypterus, female, leading chicks down to the sea, Carcass Island, Falklands, January

Cassowary (Galeatus)
(Casuarius galeatus) A flightless bird found in Australia and New Guinea, related to the ostrich

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"Flightless Wonders: Exploring the Fascinating World of Non-Flying Birds" Embark on a captivating journey to Africa, where South Africa's Simons Town awaits with its enchanting Boulders Beach. Here, an African Penguin colony thrives, showcasing the unique beauty of these flightless birds. Delve into history as you encounter the remains of the mighty Aepyornis Skeleton in this remarkable region. Marvel at their colossal size and ponder their existence long ago. Venturing further, witness nature's resilience as King Penguins huddle together during a snowstorm at Right Whale Bay in South Georgia. The sight is both awe-inspiring and heartwarming, reminding us of their incredible adaptability. Travel southward to Antarctica's Antarctic Peninsula and discover Port Lockroy. Amidst icy landscapes, be greeted by charming Gentoo Penguin chicks basking in twilight hues along the western peninsula - a truly magical experience. Uncover tales from the past as you come across engravings depicting the extinct Great Auk (Pinguinus impennis). These fascinating creatures once roamed our planet but are now forever etched in history. Continue your exploration alongside majestic King Penguins who grace us with their regal presence. Their distinctive markings and graceful movements leave an indelible impression on all who encounter them. Journey back through time to witness ancient giants like Extinct Dinornis or Moa and Aepyornis ingens roaming vast lands before they vanished forever. Reflect upon their significance within Earth's rich biodiversity tapestry. Head towards Antarctica's Weddell Sea where tranquility reigns supreme amidst Riiser-Larsen Ice Shelf. Observe Emperor Penguin chicks standing proudly on ice at Snow Hill Island - a testament to survival against harsh conditions. Across continents lies New Island in Falkland Islands' South Atlantic waters; here stands Devil's Nose hosting Rockhopper Penguins pairs (Eudyptes chrysocome).