Rookeries Collection

Wild Court, off Great Wild Street, Drury Lane, 1855 (engraving)
XJF2920758 Wild Court, off Great Wild Street, Drury Lane, 1855 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Huge flock of White ibis (Eudocimus albus) in breeding plumage, flying to their mangrove-covered island rookery, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA, March

Flock of White ibis (Eudocimus albus) in breeding plumage, at rookery on water s
Flock of White ibis (Eudocimus albus) in breeding plumage, at rookery on waters edge of the mangrove-covered island, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA, March

Great white egret (Ardea alba) displaying in rookery at Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Florida, USA

Whiteleys Farms: Cottages at the Rookeries (b / w photo)
6007139 Whiteleys Farms: Cottages at the Rookeries (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cottages at the Rookeries)

Whiteleys Farms: Hanworth Parish Church, adjoining the Rookeries (b / w photo)
6007134 Whiteleys Farms: Hanworth Parish Church, adjoining the Rookeries (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanworth Parish Church)

Whiteleys Farms: Private stables at the Rookeries, Hanworth (b / w photo)
6007136 Whiteleys Farms: Private stables at the Rookeries, Hanworth (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Private stables at the Rookeries, Hanworth)

Whiteleys Farms: A field of roots at the Rookeries (b / w photo)
6007142 Whiteleys Farms: A field of roots at the Rookeries (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A field of roots at the Rookeries)

White ibis (Eudocimus albus) flock in breeding plumage, backlit against dark background, four individuals flying in to join flock, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA, March

Gentoo penguins walk across snow at Cuverville Island, Antarctica
Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua)walking across snow in the Antarctic; Cuverville Island, Antarctica

Large group of juvenile king penguins, Aptenodytes patagonicus

Rookery of king penguins with snowy sheathbills on the shores of South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Colony of king penguins, Aptenodytes patagonicus, on South Georgia Island

Adelie penguins walk on sea ice off Antarctic Peninsula
A group of Adelie penguins (Pygoscelis adeliae) walk along the sea ice off the Antarctic Peninsula; Antarctica

Chinpstrap penguins on a snowy hillside

Rookery of hundreds of king penguins during breeding season, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Rookery of hundreds of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) on the rocky landscape and beach of South Georgia Island during breeding season; South Georgia, Antarctica

Male Elephant Seal Barking Amidst A Throng Of Female Elephant Seals At A Rookery

The Old Hare and Hounds, Buckridge Street, St Giles in1818 (drawing)
XJF3038369 The Old Hare and Hounds, Buckridge Street, St Giles in1818 (drawing) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annotated by the artist (George Scharf)

Church Lane, St Giless, c. 1840 (engraving)
XJF3038174 Church Lane, St Giles s, c.1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Adelie Penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) adult with two chicks, begging in rookery, Paulet Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, January

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) two adults, breeding plumage, in territorial dispute at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult pair, breeding plumage, greeting display on nestsite at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult male, breeding plumage, displaying at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaia ajaja) and egret nesting colony in wetland habitat, High Island Rookery, Smith Oaks Nature Reserve, Texas, U.S.A. april

King penguins with brown feathered chicks, St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia, South Atlantic

King penguin chicks, South Georgia, Polar Regions

King penguin rookery, South Georgia, Polar Regions

King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonica) colony, Salisbury Plain, South Georgia, Polar Regions

King penguin colony, St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia, Polar Regions

King penguins and chicks, with glacier and mountains in the background, on South Georgia, Polar Regions

King penguins and chicks in a rookery, with mountains in the background, on South Georgia, South Atlantic, Polar Regions

Crowds of chinstrap penguins in a rookery, with mountains in the background, on South Georgia, South Atlantic, Polar Regions

Chinstrap penguins in a rookery on Livingstone Island in the South Shetland Islands in Antarctica, Polar Regions

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"Discover the Enchanting World of Rookeries: A Glimpse into Nature's Spectacle" Step back in time to Wild Court, off Great Wild Street, Drury Lane in 1855. An enchanting engraving captures the essence - bustling communities teeming with life and energy. Imagine a breathtaking sight as a huge flock of White ibis, adorned in their vibrant breeding plumage, gracefully takes flight towards their mangrove-covered sanctuary. The air is filled with elegance and harmony as these majestic birds find solace at their rookery on water. Travel across continents to Wakodahatchee Wetlands in Florida, USA. Witness the awe-inspiring display of a Great white egret proudly showcasing its beauty within the confines of a rookery. This captivating scene reminds us of nature's ability to create stunning spectacles even within urban landscapes. Whiteleys Farms beckons us further into this world of wonder. Black and white photographs transport us to Hanworth Parish Church adjoining the Rookeries - an idyllic setting where spirituality intertwines with nature's embrace. Private stables stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old traditions upheld at this remarkable place called home. Venture deeper into Whiteleys Farms and be captivated by fields adorned with roots that tell tales untold. These monochromatic snapshots remind us that even amidst simplicity lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be discovered. Backlit against a dark background, White ibis flock together like ethereal beings dancing upon shadows. Their silhouettes evoke mystery and intrigue while highlighting their delicate features against an enigmatic backdrop. Journey now to Cuverville Island in Antarctica where Gentoo penguins traverse snowy terrain with unwavering determination. In this frozen paradise, they form part of a larger community thriving harmoniously amidst harsh conditions – yet another testament to the power of unity found within rookeries.