Acanthis Collection

Carduelis flammea cabaret, lesser redpoll
Plate 52 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Common redpolls (Acanthis flammea) flock in flight during snowstorm, New York, USA

Male Common Redpoll (Acanthis flammea) perched on snow-covered dead stem of Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis), from which it will eat seeds, New York, USA

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Redpoll (Acanthis flammea) Date:

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Redpoll (Acanthis flammea) Date:

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Common Redpoll male bathing Date:

Picture No. 11676686
Common Redpoll male bathing Date:

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Common Redpoll female bathing Date:

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Common Redpoll male bathing Date:

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AUDUBON: SONGBIRDS. From top: Hoary Redpoll (Carduelis hornemanni, or Acanthis hornemanni); Lesser Goldfinch (Spinus psaltria)

COLLAERT: BIRDS. A hoopoe and an acanthis bird. Engraving from Adriaen Collaerts Avium Vivae Icones, late 16th century

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Linnet - Male sitting on twig. (Acanthis cannabina) Date:

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Linnet - female at nest feeding young (Acanthis cannabina) Date:

Carduelis flammea, common redpoll
Plate 375 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Carduelis psaltria, Carduelis hornemanni, Calcarius pictus
Plate 400 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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Acanthis, also known as the lesser redpoll or Common Redpolls (Acanthis flammea), are a stunning sight to behold. Picture No. 10889090 captures these beautiful birds in flight during a snowstorm in New York, USA. Despite the harsh weather conditions, they gracefully navigate through the falling snowflakes. In Picture No. 10889088, we see a male Common Redpoll perched on a snow-covered dead stem of Evening. The contrast between its vibrant plumage and the white surroundings is truly mesmerizing. The Audubon Society showcases the Hoary Redpoll (Carduelis hornemanni) in their collection of songbirds. This species, also referred to as Acanthis, exhibits unique characteristics that make it stand out among other birds. Collaert's depiction of an acanthis bird alongside a hoopoe highlights the diversity found within avian species. Each bird possesses its own distinct beauty and charm. Whether captured in flight or perched on snowy branches, Acanthis never fails to captivate our attention with their delicate features and resilience against winter's harsh elements. These pictures serve as reminders of nature's wonders and inspire us to appreciate the intricate details present in every living creature around us.