Hirundo Collection

A Swallow in flight
A swallow (Hirundo rustica) in flight. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Hirundo rustica, barn swallow
Plate 89 from Sir William Jardines The Naturalists Library. Original Drawings. Birds

Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) in flight. Portugal, Europe

Swallow / Cig. Card / 1915
Swallow - latin name: Hirundo rustica

Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica 1, swift, Apus apus 2, house martin, Delichon urbicum, 3, sand martin, Riparia riparia 4
FLO4573996 Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica 1, swift, Apus apus 2, house martin, Delichon urbicum, 3, sand martin, Riparia riparia 4, and nightjar, Caprimulgus europaeus 5

Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor
FLO4597806 Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor, and white-tailed tropicbird, Phaethon lepturus

Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica) feeding young, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, July

Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica) alighting at pond to collect mud for nest building, Scotland, UK, May

American barn swallow (Hirundo rustica erythrogaster) in flight catching insects over the Gallatin River, Yellowstone National Park, Montana, August

Swallows (Hirundo rustica) group of four chicks waiting to be fed, Norfolk, England, UK, August

Agusta A. 109A Hirundo I-CDMV
Agusta A.109A Hirundo I-CDMV (msn 7113), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show held from 5-12 September 1976. Date: 1976

Agusta A, 109C Hirundo I-AGUQ (msn 7104), at the Paris Air Show in June 1973, with airshow serial 367H. Date: 1973

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-28 - OT-ATJ
Force terrestre Belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-28 - OT-ATJ (msn 0328). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-15 - OT-ATJ
Force terrestre Belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-15 - OT-ARO (msn 0315), at the RAF Mildenhall. (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: 1996

Agusta A-109A Hirundo MM81389 - GF-140
Guarda di Finanza - Agusta A-109A Hirundo MM81389 - GF-140 (msn 7440). (Guarda di Finanza - Italian Customs - Border Police) Date: circa 2010

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-29 - OT-ATK
Force terrestre belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-29 - OT-ATK (msn 0329), at RAF Fairford for the Royal International Air Tattoo on 15 July 2018. (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: 2018

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-11 - OT-ARE
Force terrestre belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-11 - OT-ARK (msn 0319). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-29 - OT-ARE
Force terrestre belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-29 - OT-ATK (msn 0329). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-17 - OT-ARQ
Force terrestre belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-17 - OT-ARQ (msn 0317). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-05 - OT-ARE
Force terrestre belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-05 - OT-ARE (msn 0305). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-40 - OT-AKH and H-30 - OT-AKL
Force terrestre Belge - Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-40 - OT-AKH (msn 0340), with H-30 - OT-AKL (msn 0330). (Force terrestre Belge - Belgian Army). Date: circa 2000

Welcome swallow (Hirundo neoxena) in flight over pond. Christchurch, New Zealand

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Barn swallows, Hirundo rustica, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho)
6016766 Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palmipedes, Swimming Birds)

Least tern, Sternula antillarum, adult 1, young, fall plumage 2. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of

Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica, with nest and eggs. Chromolithograph after an illustration by Edwin Sheppard from Thomas George Gentrys Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States, J.A

Nest and eggs of the orchard oriole, Icterus spurius. Chromolithograph after an illustration by Edwin Sheppard from Thomas George Gentrys Nests and Eggs of the Birds of the United States, J.A

Tub gurnard and black scorpion-fish
Tub gurnard, Chelidonichthys lucerna, Trigla hirundo, and black scorpion-fish, Scorpaena porcus. Handcolored engraving by Corbie after an illustration by Ac

Greater striped swallow, Hirundo cucullata (Cape swallow, Hirundo capensis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Wire-tailed swallow, Hirundo smithii. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1823

Pacific swallow, Hirundo tahitica (Otaheite swallow, Hirundo tahitiae). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1823

Edible-nest swiftlet, Aerodramus fuciphagus, and nest of saliva, used in bird s-nest soup. (Esculent swallow, Hirundo esculenta)

Indian cliff swallow, Petrochelidon fluvicola. (Rufous-headed swallow, Hirundo indica.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester

Gurnard, needlefish, cowfish, herring and porcupinefish
Gurnard, Chelidonichthys species 1, needlefish, Belone belone 2, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 3, herring, Clupea harengus 4, and few-spined porcupinefish, Chilomycterus reticulatus 5

Tub gurnard, Chelidonichthys lucerna (Sappharine gurnard, Trigla hirundo). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Glossy swiftlet, Collocalia esculenta, pair on nest (Esculent swallow, Hirundo esculenta). Handcoloured engraving after an illustration by Samuel Howitt from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by

Pacific swift, Apus pacificus (New Holland swallow, Hirundo pacifica). From an illustration by John Lewin. Handcoloured engraving by Griffith, Harriet or Edward

Passeres, Titmice and Swallows (colour litho)
6016769 Passeres, Titmice and Swallows (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Passeres, Titmice and Swallows)

Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819

Swallow (Hirundo rustica) feeding young on fence, Norfolk, England, UK, September

American barn swallow (Hirundo rustica erythrogaster) in flight catching insects over the Gallatin River, Yellowstone National Park, Montana, August

Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, July

Juvenile Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) getting food from one of its parents, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Zwanenburg

Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) stretching its wings while resting on a wooden fence in a meadow, Waterland, Noord-Holland, the Netherlands

Fossils of extinct mollusks.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Wing oyster, Pteria hirundo.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

Black skimmer, Rynchops niger, and common tern, Sterna hirundo.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France

Chimney swallow, Barn swallow, Hirundo rustica.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

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The graceful flight of the hirundo rustica, commonly known as the barn swallow, is a sight to behold. With its slender wings and forked tail, this bird soars effortlessly through the sky, showcasing its aerial prowess. Found in Portugal, Europe, these swallows are a symbol of freedom and agility. In an old cigarette card from 1915, a beautiful illustration captures the essence of this magnificent creature. Its vibrant colors and delicate features make it truly captivating. The barn swallow is not only visually stunning but also industrious when it comes to building its nest. Alighting at a pond to collect mud for nest construction shows their resourcefulness and dedication. Not limited to nature alone, the name "hirundo" has also been associated with aircraft models such as Agusta A. 109A Hirundo I-CDMV and Agusta A109BA Hirundo H-28 - OT-ATJ among others. These flying machines pay homage to the swift movement and adaptability displayed by their avian namesake. From Monmouthshire in Wales to various parts of America, these birds can be found nurturing their young ones with utmost care and tenderness during summer months. Watching them feed their hungry chicks reminds us of the importance of family bonds in both human and animal kingdoms. Whether it's catching insects mid-flight or collecting materials for nesting purposes, the hirundo rustica never fails to impress with its gracefulness and efficiency. It serves as a reminder that even small creatures can leave a lasting impact on our world. So next time you spot an American barn swallow or hear about an Agusta A109C Hirundo taking flight overhead, take a moment to appreciate nature's wonders – those tiny yet mighty beings that bring beauty into our lives every day.