Oilbirds Collection

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) nocturnal birds roosting and nesting in along walls of deep, narrow gorge in farmland, Tandayapa Valley, 1500m altitude, Ecuador

Picture No. 11981018
Oilbird, flying, Cueva de los Guacharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Oilbird, flying, Cueva de los Gucharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Date:

Picture No. 11981067
Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Guacharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Gucharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Date:

Picture No. 11981059
Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Guacharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Gucharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Date:

Picture No. 11980851
Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Guacharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Gucharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Date:

Picture No. 11980845
Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Guacharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Oilbird, on nest, Cueva de los Gucharos National Park / Cave of the Oilbirds, Colombia Date:

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) adults, at daytime roost in gorge, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, February

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) adult, sitting at nest ledge in cave, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Oilbird DE 2533 Steatornis caripensis © M. D. England / ardea. com
DE-2533 OILBIRD - nesting in cave Steatornis caripensis Distribution: Peru, Ecuador to Guyana, Cayenne and Surinam and Trinidad M. D

Oilbird DE 1774 Steatornis caripensis © M. D. England / ardea. com
DE-1774 OILBIRD - nesting in cave Steatornis caripensis Distribution: Peru, Ecuador to Guyana, Cayenne and Surinam and Trinidad M. D

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) adult pair, sitting at nest, Aripo Caves, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago

Oilbird - on ledge - Dunston Cave - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad
GET-1692 Oilbird - on ledge Dunston Cave - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad Steatornis caripensis Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Oilbirds - Part of colony roosting on ledges - Dunston Cave - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad
GET-1693 Oilbirds - Part of colony roosting on ledges Dunston Cave - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad Steatornis caripensis Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Oilbirds - sitting on ledge - Dunston Cave Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad
GET-1691 Oilbirds - sitting on ledge Dunston Cave Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad Steatornis caripensis Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Oilbirds (Steatornis caripensis) are fascinating nocturnal birds that have adapted to a unique lifestyle. These remarkable creatures can be found roosting and nesting along the walls of deep caves, creating an awe-inspiring sight. Picture No. 11981018 captures the essence of their habitat, with oilbirds perched on ledges inside a cave. In Picture No. 11981067, we witness the intricate details of an oilbird's nest, carefully constructed by these skilled avian architects. The dedication and precision they put into building their homes is truly admirable. Another snapshot, Picture No. 11981059, showcases a pair tending to their nestlings with utmost care and affection, and is heartwarming to observe how these parents nurture their young ones in such challenging environments. The images continue to amaze as we glimpse into the daily lives of these extraordinary birds. In Picture No. 11980851, we see a group peacefully resting during daylight hours in a gorge in Trinidad and Tobago. This behavior highlights their ability to adapt not only to darkness but also to different habitats. Picture No. 11980845 offers another perspective on an adult oilbird sitting at its nest ledge inside a cave in Trinidad and Tobago during November—a testament to their year-round commitment as dedicated parents. Even outside caves, oilbirds manage to captivate us with their presence; Picture No. 11981115 portrays one standing confidently on a rock within Mindo's Andes region in Ecuador during February—an example of how adaptable they are across various landscapes. These captivating photographs provide glimpses into the mysterious world inhabited by oilbirds—creatures that thrive under cover of night while leaving us spellbound with their unique behaviors and adaptations.