Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Animals > Birds > Passerines > Accentors > Dunnock

Cuckoo - chick being fed by Dunnock (Prunella modularis)

Cuckoo - chick being fed by Dunnock (Prunella modularis)


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Ardea - Wildlife Pets Environment

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Ardea

Cuckoo - chick being fed by Dunnock (Prunella modularis)

ME-88
Cuckoo - chick being fed by Dunnock (Prunella modularis)
Cuculus canorus
Cuckoos are Brood Parasites
Johan De Meester
Please note that pritns are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way.
:

Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment

Media ID 5281804

© Ardea - All Rights Reserved

Begging Cuckoo Cuckoos Deception Dunnock Dunnocks Garden Bird Garden Birds Nurture Parasite Parasites Parenting Sparrow Sparrows With Other Animals Adult And Young At Nest Chicks Mixed Species Mother And Young Prunella Modularis


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Animals > Birds > Cuckoos > Related Images

> Animals > Birds > Passerines > Accentors > Dunnock

> Animals > Insects > Spiders > European Garden


EDITORS COMMENTS
Talk about a family dinner with a twist! In this incredible snapshot captured by Johan De Meester, we witness the fascinating world of mixed species parenting. Meet ME-88, also known as the Cuckoo - a notorious trickster in the bird kingdom. But instead of causing mischief, this clever little chick has found itself in quite an advantageous situation. Perched on a nest belonging to Dunnock (Prunella modularis), our fluffy protagonist is being fed by its unsuspecting foster parent. It seems that even birds can fall for some good old-fashioned deception! The Dunnock, unaware of the cuckoo's true identity, diligently provides nourishment to its adopted offspring. This heartwarming scene showcases nature's remarkable ability to adapt and survive. Who would have thought that such different species could come together in such harmony? It just goes to show that sometimes unexpected partnerships can lead to beautiful outcomes. As we marvel at this extraordinary display of nurture and parenting, let us not forget the underlying truth behind it all – survival at any cost. The cuckoo chick may be taking advantage of its adoptive mother's care, but it is merely playing its part in nature's grand scheme. So next time you spot an innocent-looking sparrow or dunnock hopping around your garden, remember there might be more than meets the eye! Nature never ceases to amaze us with its endless surprises.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Russian Hunter-Scouts of the Turkestan Battalion
Russian Hunter-Scouts of the Turkestan Battalion
Arsenal First Team Squad 2022/23
Arsenal First Team Squad 2022/23
Lamborghini Diablo SE30 Jota 1995 Purple
Lamborghini Diablo SE30 Jota 1995 Purple
Elsa Schiaparelli and daughter Gogo at Monte Carlo
Elsa Schiaparelli and daughter Gogo at Monte Carlo
John Irwin grocers, Pensby Road, Heswall, Merseyside
John Irwin grocers, Pensby Road, Heswall, Merseyside
BRUCE FORSYTH WITH WIFE ANTHEA FORSYTH, ADOPTED DAUGHTER CHARLOTTE FORSYTH AND DAUGHTER
BRUCE FORSYTH WITH WIFE ANTHEA FORSYTH, ADOPTED DAUGHTER CHARLOTTE FORSYTH AND DAUGHTER
George Best and his girlfriend Angela Macdonald - James pictured at the London home
George Best and his girlfriend Angela Macdonald - James pictured at the London home
Denise Welch taking a stroll with her father Vin Welch 7 February 1996
Denise Welch taking a stroll with her father Vin Welch 7 February 1996
Michael Crawford actor starred as Frank Spencer in Some Mothers Do Have Them
Michael Crawford actor starred as Frank Spencer in Some Mothers Do Have Them
Swallows and Budding Wild Cherry, ca. 1835. ca. 1835. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Swallows and Budding Wild Cherry, ca. 1835. ca. 1835. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito FB-18 Tsetse
de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito FB-18 Tsetse
Fleisch macht Fleisch (Meat Gives Meat), 1555
Fleisch macht Fleisch (Meat Gives Meat), 1555

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


Cuckoos Related Images
Cuckoos Related Images
Browse 417 Prints
Dunnock
Dunnock
Browse 89 Prints
European Garden
European Garden
Browse 8,180 Prints