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Painted Snipe Collection

The Greater Painted Snipe, scientifically known as Rostratula benghalensis, is a stunning bird that captivates with its vibrant plumage and graceful flight

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: A Greater Painted Snipe in Flight

A Greater Painted Snipe in Flight
Hari K Patibanda

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe) in a detailed landscape, 1777-1786

Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe) in a detailed landscape, 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe) in a detailed landscape, 1777-1786. Bird study: Goudsnip (Rostratula Benghalensis)

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Rostratula benghalensis (Greater painted-snipe), 1777-1786

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Greater painted-snipe, Rostratula benghalensis

Greater painted-snipe, Rostratula benghalensis (Cape snipe, Scolopax capensis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1824

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Australian Snipe Or Lathams Snipe, 1891 (colour litho)

Australian Snipe Or Lathams Snipe, 1891 (colour litho)
1001530 Australian Snipe Or Lathams Snipe, 1891 (colour litho) by Broinowski, Gracius (1837-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Birds of AustraliaA, 1891)

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Courtship plumage of birds (sexual dimorphism), Chromolithograph, published in 1897

Courtship plumage of birds (sexual dimorphism), Chromolithograph, published in 1897
Colorful courtship plumage of various birds (sexual dimorphism): 1) Horned bell bird (Chasmorhynchus carunculatus); 2) Bluethroat (Luscinia svecica); 3) Pin-tailed whydah (Vidua macroura); 4

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Greater Painted Snipe Rostratula benghalensis males, Bharatpur India November

Greater Painted Snipe Rostratula benghalensis males, Bharatpur India November

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Greater Painted-snipe (Rostratula benghalensis) adult male and juvenile, standing together

Greater Painted-snipe (Rostratula benghalensis) adult male and juvenile, standing together, Mai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, October

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Nycticryphes semicollaris, South American painted snipe

Nycticryphes semicollaris, South American painted snipe
Watercolour and pencil by Elizabeth Gould (c. 1835), this was drawn from a specimen held by the Zoological Society of London

Background imagePainted Snipe Collection: Greater Painted-snipe (Rostratula benghalensis) adult female, in flight, taking off beside water

Greater Painted-snipe (Rostratula benghalensis) adult female, in flight, taking off beside water, Rajasthan, India, january


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The Greater Painted Snipe, scientifically known as Rostratula benghalensis, is a stunning bird that captivates with its vibrant plumage and graceful flight. This species showcases remarkable sexual dimorphism, with the courtship plumage of birds exhibiting striking differences between males and females. One captivating image captures an adult male in flight, showcasing the elegance and agility of this avian marvel. Another depiction portrays an adult male and juvenile standing together, emphasizing the bond between generations. Females are equally mesmerizing; one photograph shows an adult female standing in shallow water within a mangrove swamp in Gambia. Her delicate form blends seamlessly into her surroundings, highlighting her adaptability to various habitats. In another snapshot, an adult female walks gracefully through shallow waters while foraging for food. The serene reflection adds depth to this already enchanting scene. An image featuring two adult males standing side by side in shallow water further emphasizes their unique beauty. Their reflections shimmer beneath them like mirrors on a tranquil surface. Feeding habits are also captured beautifully; one picture depicts an adult male feeding while standing confidently amidst Hong Kong's shallow waters. His focused gaze reveals his determination to secure sustenance for himself or perhaps his offspring. These glimpses into the life of the Greater Painted Snipe offer us a glimpse into their world – from courtship rituals to daily activities such as feeding and walking through wetlands. Each frame encapsulates their gracefulness and resilience as they navigate diverse environments across different regions of our planet. Whether soaring through the sky or delicately wading through waterways, these images remind us of nature's awe-inspiring diversity and serve as a testament to the incredible beauty found within our natural world.