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Golden Fronted Collection

The golden-fronted creatures of the avian world never fail to captivate with their vibrant plumage and intriguing behaviors

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted leafbird, Chloropsis aurifrons

Golden-fronted leafbird, Chloropsis aurifrons. (Hurruwa bee-eater, India.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) adult male scolding a golden-fronted woodpecker

Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) adult male scolding a golden-fronted woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons) on a stump in south Texas

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted Woodpecker TOM 549 In Huisache tree Spring, Texas, USA

Golden-fronted Woodpecker TOM 549 In Huisache tree Spring, Texas, USA. Melanerpes aurifrons © Tom & Pat Leeson
TOM-549 Golden-fronted WOODPECKER - in Huisache tree Texas, USA. March Melanerpes aurifrons Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted Leafbird (Chloropsis aurifrons pridii) adult male, perched on branch

Golden-fronted Leafbird (Chloropsis aurifrons pridii) adult male, perched on branch, Kaeng Krachan N. P
Golden-fronted Leafbird (Chloropsis aurifrons pridii) adult male, perched on branch, Kaeng Krachan N.P. Thailand, february

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted Woodpecker South Texas

Golden-fronted Woodpecker South Texas
JZ-3056 Golden-fronted Woodpecker South Texas Melanerpes aurifrons Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted Woodpecker - Like other woodpeckers their sharp bill is used to chisel out insect

Golden-fronted Woodpecker - Like other woodpeckers their sharp bill is used to chisel out insect food and nest holes
CAN-2873 Golden-fronted Woodpecker Texas, USA Melanerpes aurifrons Like other woodpeckers their sharp bill is used to chisel out insect food and nest holes

Background imageGolden Fronted Collection: Golden-fronted Redstart

Golden-fronted Redstart
JSD-483 Golden-fronted Redstart Myioborus ornatus John Dunning Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way


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The golden-fronted creatures of the avian world never fail to captivate with their vibrant plumage and intriguing behaviors. Take, for instance, the Golden-fronted Leafbird (Chloropsis aurifrons), a stunning adult male perched on a branch in Kaeng Krachan N. P. , Thailand. Its emerald green body and golden forehead create an enchanting sight against the backdrop of nature's beauty. In another corner of the world, we witness an intense encounter between two species: the Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) scolding a Golden-fronted Woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons). The blackbird's fiery temperament is evident as it defends its territory from this intruder. Meanwhile, the woodpecker carries on undeterred, pecking away at a dead tree with its sharp bill. Moving to Spring, Texas in the USA, we find ourselves amidst picturesque scenes captured by Tom & Pat Leeson. A magnificent Golden-fronted Woodpecker TOM 549 stands tall in a Huisache tree. Its striking appearance showcases bold black and white patterns complemented by flashes of yellow on its head—a true testament to nature's artistry. Speaking of woodpeckers, South Texas seems to be their playground as multiple sightings are reported there. These lively birds use their sharp bills not only for chiseling out insect food but also for excavating nest holes and drumming territorial signals to rivals. Their presence adds rhythm and vitality to this Texan landscape. Whether it's leafbirds or woodpeckers, these golden-fronted wonders continue to amaze us with their unique characteristics and interactions within their habitats across different corners of our planet. From Thailand's lush forests to Texas' diverse landscapes, they leave us awestruck with every glimpse into their captivating lives.