Tarda Collection

Great bustard, Otis tarda (vulnerable), and common ringed plover, Charadrius hiaticula.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science

Little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, and great bustard, Otis tarda. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Manceau after a
FLO4597947 Little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, and great bustard, Otis tarda. Handcoloured engraving on steel by Manceau after a drawing by Edouard Travies from Richard's "New Edition of

Great bustard, Otis tarda vulnerable 1,2, little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, near threatened 3,4
FLO4574289 Great bustard, Otis tarda vulnerable 1,2, little bustard, Tetrax tetrax, near threatened 3,4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

Advert, Paraphrasia Tarda, golfers on green

Tulipa Tarda
Close up of the Spring flowering Tulipa Tarda flower

Great bustard, Otis tarda, female. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of an illustration by William
FLO4643333 Great bustard, Otis tarda, female. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of an illustration by William and Emily Hayes from William Hayes Portraits of Rare

Great bustard, Otis tarda, male. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of an illustration by William Hayes
FLO4643330 Great bustard, Otis tarda, male. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of an illustration by William Hayes from Portraits of Rare

Ostrich, bustard, cassowary and rhea
Ostrich c, Struthio camelus, great bustard a, Otis tarda, southern cassowary b, Casuarius casuarius, and greater rhea d, Rhea americana

Dodo, kiwi, cassowary, ostrich and bustard
Dodo, Raphus cucullatus (extinct), ostrich, Struthio camelus, great bustard, Otis tarda (vulnerable), cassowary, Casuarius casuarius (vulnerable), and North Island brown kiwi

A Great Bustard displaying its feathers at London Zoo, May 1914 (b / w photo)
1772318 A Great Bustard displaying its feathers at London Zoo, May 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Formerly native in Great Britain)

Gallinae, Cursores, Grallatores, Bustard and Ostriches (colour litho)
6016764 Gallinae, Cursores, Grallatores, Bustard and Ostriches (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallinae, Cursores, Grallatores)

Great Bustards (w / c on paper)
780850 Great Bustards (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

Great bustard, Otis tarda.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Picture No. 10884054
Great Bustard (Otis tarda) Date:

Picture No. 10884023
Great Bustard - Male feeding (Otis tarda) Date:

Picture No. 10884021
Great Bustard - Male (Otis tarda) Date:

Picture No. 10884025
Great Bustard - Male displaying (Otis tarda) Date:

Picture No. 10884024
Great Bustard - Male displaying (Otis tarda) Date:

Picture No. 10884022
Great Bustard - Male (Otis tarda) Date:

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"Tarda: A Captivating World of Vulnerable Wonders" In the vast realm of nature's marvels, one cannot overlook the grandeur of Tarda. This captivating entity encompasses a multitude of hints that unveil its true essence. Firstly, we encounter the Great Bustard, scientifically known as Otis tarda. With its vulnerable status, this majestic bird stands as a symbol of both strength and fragility in our ever-changing world. Its presence evokes awe and admiration for Mother Nature's intricate creations. Moving forward, we stumble upon an intriguing advert featuring Paraphrasia Tarda. What mysteries lie behind this enigmatic name? Only curiosity can lead us to discover the secrets hidden within these words. As we delve deeper into Tarda's tapestry, Tulipa Tarda emerges like a delicate blossom in springtime. Its vibrant petals paint landscapes with hues that rival even the most breathtaking sunsets—a testament to nature's artistic prowess. The allure continues with handcoloured copperplate engravings by William and Emily Hayes portraying male and female Great Bustards from Osterly Park's Menagery. These illustrations offer glimpses into a time long gone when artistry merged seamlessly with scientific exploration. Treading further along this path, we encounter an eclectic mix—Ostriches, bustards, cassowaries, rheas—all partaking in an extraordinary dance orchestrated by evolution itself. Each species brings forth its unique charm while reminding us of our interconnectedness within the animal kingdom. Diving deeper still into Tarda’s depths reveals more avian wonders—the Dodo, kiwi, cassowary; ostrich and bustard join forces to captivate our imagination once again. Their existence serves as a reminder that some treasures are lost forever but not forgotten—an ode to conservation efforts worldwide. A black-and-white photograph captures a moment frozen in time at London Zoo—May 1914—a Great Bustard proudly displaying its feathers.