Wigeon Collection

Aerican Wigeon - adult and young
SR-3396 American Wigeon - adult and young Anas americana Sid Roberts Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

USA, Washington State. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, American wigeon pair flying

USA, California, Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge, flock of ducks at last light

Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. The most numerous class of our wild-fowl visitors from the Arctic shores is the brent or black goose...The white geese are generally considered to consist of four different

Eurasian wigeon flying Date: 20-01-2015

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An American Wigeon drake (Anas americana). Date: 27/07/2006

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An American Wigeon drake (Anas americana) calling. Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake American Wigeon (Anas americana) in flight. Date: 27/07/2006

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American Wigeon (Anas americana) male landing on pond, winter Date: 25/05/2005

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American Wigeon (Anas americana) male landing on pond, winter Date: 25/05/2005

American wigeon drake flying

Eurasian wigeon flying

The Wigeon, The American Wigeon (chromolitho)
3623073 The Wigeon, The American Wigeon (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wigeon, The American Wigeon)

Wigeon on the sands (litho)
994236 Wigeon on the sands (litho) by Southgate, Frank (1872-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wildfowl and Waders published Country Life 1940 s); British, out of copyright

Wigeon
LLM455047 Wigeon by Morris, Beverley R. (fl.1891); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wigeon. Illustration from British Game Birds and Wildfowl by Beverley R Morris (3rd edn, John C Nimmo)

Eggs
LLM339562 Eggs by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eggs. Familiar Wild Birds by W Swaysland (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Nests and Eggs, c. 1860 (colour litho)
1109876 Nests and Eggs, c.1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Naturgeschichte des TierreichsA (Natural History of the Animal Kingdom)

Swans, a Spoonbill, a Mallard, a Wigeon and Other Ducks on a River Below a Ruin
659252 Swans, a Spoonbill, a Mallard, a Wigeon and Other Ducks on a River Below a Ruin, 1694 (bodycolour, on vellum) by Henstenburgh

Wigeon (colour litho)
1630953 Wigeon (colour litho) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd 1958); Scottish

Widgeon (Mareca penelope) pair amongst reeds. Tervatehdas, Finland. April

Dense flock of Common teal (Anas crecca) with a few Wigeon (Anas penelope) and Northern shoveler (Anas clypeata) in flight over others resting on partly frozen flooded marshes

Common pochard or red-headed wigeon, Aythra ferina (female).. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819

Mixed flock of waterfowl flying

The gaff cutter Wigeon under sail, 1910. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The gaff cutter Wigeon under sail, 1910

American Wigeon Duck Waterfowl bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Wigeon Duck Waterfowl bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Eurasian Wigeon, 19 century science illustration
Wigeon. A digitally restored photographic image of the original antique litho from the Coloured Illustrations of British Birds, and Their Eggs by Henry Leonard Meyer published in 1857

Large Flock of Ducks

Picture No. 12010271
Wigeon - Drake - Cornwall - UK Date:

Picture No. 12010270
Wigeon - Drake - Lancashire - UK Date:

Wigeon Anas penelope flying in to ditch on Buckenham Marshes RSPB Reserve Norfolk winter

Ducks teal wigeon Egyptian goose musk duck wild duck stand
Ducks, A teal, wigeon, Egyptian goose, musk duck and wild duck stand from left to right. An albino pigeon flies above. On the left a look. Melchior d Hondecoeter, c. 1675 - c

Leaf four ducks Anas cormorant Phalacrocorax carbo
Leaf with four ducks (Anas) and a cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo), Leaf with four species of ducks and a cormorant. With the ducks a summer teal and a wigeon. Numbered top right: 4

Wigeon Anas penelope Holkham Norfolk winter

Flock of Wigeon Anas penelope Buckenham Marshes RSPB Reserve with Cantley Beet Factory in background Norfolk winter

Wigeon Anas penelope Buckenham Marshes Norfolk winter

Wigeon Anas penelope Buckenham Marshes RSPB Reserve Norfolk winter

Wigeon Anas penelope male calling Buckenham Marshes RSPB Reserve Norfolk winter

Wigeon Anas penelope Holkham Norfolk January

Wigeon Anas penelope grazing on Buckenham Marshes RSPB Reserve in the Yare Valley Norfolk winter

Wigeon Anas penelope flock on grazing marsh at Salthouse Norfolk

Wigeon Anas penelope calling (whistling) Caerlaverock Dumfries winter

Wigeon Anas penelope male calling (whistling) Caerlaverock Scotland winter

Wigeon Anas penelope male Caerlaverock Scotland winter

Eurasian Wigeon Anas penelope Slimbridge Glos winter

American wigeons and northern pintails in flight, Bosque del Apache NWR, New Mexico
American wigeons and northern pintails flying, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

American Wigeon Taking Flight
American Wigeon flying

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Wigeon dabbling. Date:

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The wigeon, also known as the American Wigeon, is a beautiful waterfowl species found in North America. The adult male wigeon, called a drake, is easily recognizable with its striking plumage. Its head and neck are a rich chestnut color, contrasting beautifully with its pale blue-gray bill. The body of the drake is adorned with intricate patterns of black and white feathers that create an eye-catching display. In contrast to the vibrant colors of the adult male, the young wigeons have more subdued plumage. Their feathers are primarily brownish-gray, providing excellent camouflage in their natural habitat. As they mature into adults, their distinctive coloring gradually develops. One captivating sight is witnessing Eurasian wigeons taking flight across open waters or wetlands. These migratory birds can be seen soaring gracefully through the air with their wings outstretched. It's truly a spectacle to behold as they navigate vast distances during their annual journeys. Among various illustrations capturing this magnificent bird's essence is "The Wigeon" chromolitho artwork depicting an American Wigeon in all its glory. Another lithograph titled "Wigeon on the Sands" showcases these elegant creatures amidst sandy landscapes. These images remind us of nature's wonders and inspire us to appreciate our diverse wildlife heritage. Whether it's observing an American wigeon drake flying majestically or admiring Eurasian wigeons' aerial acrobatics, these birds never fail to captivate our imagination. Let us cherish these remarkable creatures and work towards preserving their habitats so future generations can continue to marvel at the beauty of wigeons in all their splendor.