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Monticola Saxatilis Collection

"Monticola saxatilis: A Glimpse into the World of European Birds" Step back in time with this captivating lithograph published in 1897

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and rufos-tailed rock-thrush, Monticola saxatilis

Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and rufos-tailed rock-thrush, Monticola saxatilis
FLO4685361 Fieldfare, Turdus pilaris, and rufos-tailed rock-thrush, Monticola saxatilis. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d'Orbigny's

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Common rock thrush with nest and eggs, Monticola saxatilis, and song thrush with nest and eggs

Common rock thrush with nest and eggs, Monticola saxatilis, and song thrush with nest and eggs, Turdus philomelos
5324299 Common rock thrush with nest and eggs, Monticola saxatilis, and song thrush with nest and eggs, Turdus philomelos by Fries

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Common Rock Thrush, 1873 (engraving)

Common Rock Thrush, 1873 (engraving)
6266133 Common Rock Thrush, 1873 (engraving) by Gould, John (1804-81); (add.info.: Common Rock Thrush. Petrocincla Saxatilis. Now known as Monticola saxatilis)

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Natural History, Birds, Common rock thrush (Monticola saxatilis)

Natural History, Birds, Common rock thrush (Monticola saxatilis)
Vintage engraving from History of British Birds, by Francis Orpen Morris. The common rock thrush (Monticola saxatilis), formerly rufous-tailed rock thrush or rock thrush

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Songbirds, chromolithograph, published in 1888

Songbirds, chromolithograph, published in 1888
Songbirds: 1) Common nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos); 2) Thrush nightingale (Luscinia luscinia); 3) Eurasian blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla); 4) Song thrush (Turdus philomelos); 5

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Common Rock Thrush. Petrocincla Saxatilis. Now known as Monticola saxatilis

Common Rock Thrush. Petrocincla Saxatilis. Now known as Monticola saxatilis. After a work by English ornitholgist and bird artist John Gould, 1804 - 1881

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Common Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis) formerly Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush

Common Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis) formerly Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush, male perched on a rock, Sierra de Gredos, Avila, Spain

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Rufous-tailed Rock-Thrush, Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis), adult male

Rufous-tailed Rock-Thrush, Rock Thrush (Monticola saxatilis), adult male

Background imageMonticola Saxatilis Collection: Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush -Monticola saxatilis-, Tyrol, Austria, Europe

Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush -Monticola saxatilis-, Tyrol, Austria, Europe


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"Monticola saxatilis: A Glimpse into the World of European Birds" Step back in time with this captivating lithograph published in 1897, showcasing the delicate eggs of European birds. Among them, we find the Common Rock Thrush, Monticola saxatilis, and its fellow songbird companion, the Turdus philomelos. Intriguingly depicted in an engraving from 1873, this rock thrush species has long fascinated ornithologists and bird enthusiasts alike. Renowned English ornithologist and artist John Gould immortalized these beautiful creatures in his book "The Birds of Great Britain, " published that same year. Formerly known as Petrocincla Saxatilis, this enchanting bird is now recognized by its scientific name Monticola saxatilis. Its vibrant plumage and distinctive rufous-tailed appearance make it a true marvel to behold. Traveling to distant lands like the Sultanate of Oman reveals stunning scenes where adult male Rufous-tailed Rock Thrushes stand proudly against breathtaking landscapes. These images captured their grace and elegance while offering a glimpse into their natural habitat. As we admire these chromolithographs from 1888 with awe-inspiring detail, let us appreciate the beauty and diversity found within our avian friends. The Monticola saxatilis serves as a reminder that nature's wonders are timeless treasures waiting to be discovered anew.