Ornithological Collection

Red kite, historical artwork
Red kite. Historical artwork of a red kite (Milvus milvus) perched on a branch. This bird of prey inhabits woodland near open country across most of Europe, apart from the northern parts

Red kite (Milvus milvus) preparing to land. This bird of prey has a wingspan of between 175 and 195 centimetres. This bird of prey is endemic to the western Palearctic ecoregion

Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus) perching on a branch. This bird is very small, with a length of only 13-15 centimetres including its very long tail. It is found in most of Europe and Asia

Barn owl, artwork C016 / 3233
Barn owl (Tyto alba), artwork. Barn owls are nocturnal predators that prefer open country in which to hunt their prey, which includes small mammals such as rodents

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), United Kingdom, Europe

Comon magpies, 19th century artwork C013 / 6315
Common magpie (Pica pica) pair. Plate 31 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Two Jackdaws (Corvus monedula), perched together on a wooden beam

European starling flock. Flock of european starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) being chased by a hawk. The formation of large wheeling flocks, which can contain thousands of individuals

Tawny owl, historical artwork
Tawny owl. Historical artwork of a tawny owl (Strix aluco). This is a nocturnal predator that inhabits forests and sparse woodland across much of Eurasia

European starling flock
European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) flock. These dense flocks of European starlings, which can contain thousands of individuals, are most often seen at twilight. Photographed in Rome, Italy

Nightjar, historical artwork
Nightjar. Historical artwork of a nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) catching an insect in flight. The nightjar usually hunts at dusk or dawn, mainly taking moths and beetles

European starling flock (Sturnus vulgaris). These birds gather together in large flocks at dusk to roost. Photographed in Sedgemoor, Somerset, England, UK, in December

Red kite (Milvus milvus). Photographed in England

Barn owl (Tyto alba) perched in a tree

Grey Phalarope (Phalaropus Fulicarius) (hand-coloured litho)
1772767 Grey Phalarope (Phalaropus Fulicarius) (hand-coloured litho) by Gould, John (1804-81) (after); eThe Devonshire Collections

Grey heron, 19th century C013 / 6291
Grey heron (Ardea cinerea). Plate 3 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Great spotted woodpeckers (Dendrocopos major) on a branch. The adult at left is feeding the fledgling at right. Photographed in June, in Dorset, UK

Carolina Parakeet, from Birds of America, 1829 (coloured engraving)
BAL5909 Carolina Parakeet, from Birds of America, 1829 (coloured engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: engraved by Robert Havell)

The Redbreast, illustration from The History of British Birds by Thomas Bewick
XJF486307 The Redbreast, illustration from The History of British Birds by Thomas Bewick, first published 1797 (woodcut) by Bewick, Thomas (1753-1828); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Redbreast)

Blue Jay, 1831 (coloured engraving)
XOS2644324 Blue Jay, 1831 (coloured engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851) (after); National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Cyanocitta cristata)

A Pair of Turtle Doves (colour litho)
CHT176695 A Pair of Turtle Doves (colour litho) by Travies, Edouard (1809-1876); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Spotted Pardalote (Pardalotus Punctatus ) (hand-coloured litho)
1772830 Spotted Pardalote (Pardalotus Punctatus ) (hand-coloured litho) by Gould, John (1804-81) (after); eThe Devonshire Collections

Hen, historical artwork. 16th Century woodcut print of a hen. Published in Histoire de la nature des oyseaux by the French naturalist Pierre Belon (1555)

Black-breasted snake eagle (black-chested snake eagle) (Circaetus pectoralis) in flight, immature, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa

Long-eared owl, historical artwork
Long-eared owl. Historical artwork of a long-eared owl (Asio otus). This owl inhabits woodland near open country throughout the northern hemisphere. It feeds on rodents and smaller birds

Merlin, historical artwork
Merlin. Historical artwork of a merlin (Falco columbarius), a small falcon. This bird of prey inhabits moorland and heaths in northern Europe

King Duck (Somateria Spectabilis) (hand-coloured litho)
1772813 King Duck (Somateria Spectabilis) (hand-coloured litho) by Gould, John (1804-81) (after); eThe Devonshire Collections

Bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, adult with rabbit prey. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of

Shoebilled stork, 1861 (colour litho)
1065183 Shoebilled stork, 1861 (colour litho) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Zoological Sketches by Philip Lutley Sclater, published in 1861)

Page 78. Eastern Curlew (w / c on paper)
5670972 Page 78. Eastern Curlew (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N. [New] Holland etc)

Eider Duck (Somateria Mollissima) (hand-coloured litho)
1772737 Eider Duck (Somateria Mollissima) (hand-coloured litho) by Gould, John (1804-81) (after); eThe Devonshire Collections

American Crow, Corvus Americanus, 1845
American Crow, Corvus Americanus. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Sulphur and white breasted Toucan, 19th century (colour lithograph)
BAL4822 Sulphur and white breasted Toucan, 19th century (colour lithograph) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

2644319; out of copyright

2644314; out of copyright

2644313; out of copyright

Common kingfisher C015 / 6384
Common kingfisher. Female common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on a branch. This colourful bird is found throughout Eurasia and northern Africa. It eats fish, aquatic insects and crustaceans

White storks courting C018 / 9343
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) courting

Budgerigar under UV light C016 / 5772
Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) photographed under ultraviolet (UV) light

Bonellis eagles, artwork. Male and female Bonellis eagles (Aquila fasciata) and their chick in a nest on a rockface. These large birds of prey breed in southern Europe

Blue-footed booby courtship display C013 / 7485
Blue-footed booby courtship display. Pair of blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) displaying during a courtship ritual. Photographed on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands

Shoveler duck, historical artwork
Shoveler. Historical artwork of a male shoveler duck (Anas clypeata). This duck inhabits wetlands and inland waters across much of the northern hemisphere

Snares cape pigeon (Daption capense) swimming. Photographed off of the South Island, New Zealand

Male pintail (Anas acuta). This duck is widespread throughout northern Europe and Asia and North America. It inhabits wetland areas and feeds on plant material extracted from the lake bottom

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Two Herring Gulls (Larus argentatus), perched on a granite rock, showing the male gull calling

Atlantic puffin with sand eels in its bill. Atlantic puffins (Fratercula arctica) feed primarily on fish and breed on the coasts of northern Europe, the Faroe Islands

Blue Jay, Corvus Christatus, 1845 Blue Jay, Corvus Christatus. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

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"Exploring the World of Ornithology: A Journey through Art and Nature" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of ornithology as we embark on a visual journey filled with magnificent bird species and historical artwork. The majestic Red kite soars gracefully across the sky, its vibrant plumage catching the sunlight. In awe, we witness this symbol of freedom and resilience. A delicate Long-tailed tit perches delicately on a branch, its fluffy feathers creating an enchanting sight. It reminds us that beauty can be found even in the smallest creatures. Behold the Barn owl depicted in artwork C016 / 3233; its ghostly appearance evokes both mystery and wisdom. This nocturnal hunter silently glides through moonlit landscapes. Witness a mesmerizing spectacle as an enormous flock of European starlings takes flight, their synchronized movements painting the sky with intricate patterns. Nature's harmony unfolds before our eyes. In United Kingdom's riverside habitats, we find the Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) showcasing its vibrant blue feathers against lush greenery—a true gem among British avifauna. Travel back to 19th-century England through artwork C013 / 6315 featuring Common magpies—these intelligent birds have long fascinated artists and storytellers alike. Gaze upon historical artwork depicting a Tawny owl—the epitome of nocturnal elegance—with piercing yellow eyes that seem to hold ancient secrets within them. Two mischievous Jackdaws playfully interact atop an old stone wall—an amusing scene reminding us that birds too have their own unique personalities and social dynamics. Delve into history once more as you discover Nightjar depicted in stunning detail by talented artists from yesteryears—a mysterious creature known for its haunting calls during twilight hours. Once again, marvel at nature's grandeur as another vast flock of European starlings graces our presence—each individual contributing to create a breathtaking spectacle in the sky.