Alcyon Collection

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon 106 - VO
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon 106 / VO, at the Ailes Anciennes Toulouse Museum. Date: circa 1985

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon F-BMQC
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon F-BMQC (msn 200). Date: circa 1985

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon G-MSAL - 143
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon G-MSAL - 143 (msn 143). Date: circa 2000

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon F-BLYI
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon F-BLYI (msn 123) Date: circa 2000

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon F-BLXP - 95
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon F-BLXP / 95 (msn 95), at Base aerienne 123 Commandant Charles Paoli / Orleans - Bricy Air Base, on 1 June 1991 Date: 1991

Belted kingfisher, Megaceryle alcyon, males 1, female 2. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania

Horned grebe, Podiceps auritus, adult male 1, and female in winter plumage. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds

Bristle fern, Trichomanes elegans, Feea polypodina, Feea polipodina. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon F-BLXR
Morane-Saulnier MS.733 Alcyon (en: Kingfisher) F-BLXR (msn 113) Date: 1960s

Alcyone and Ceyx transformed into birds, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Alcyone and Ceyx transformed into birds, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Alcyone and Ceyx transformed into birds, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Alcyone and Ceyx transformed into birds, 1733. A plate from Le temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

A Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle Alcyon) Waits To Dive For Small Fish; Astoria, Oregon, United States Of America

Black and White Kingfisher
BAL25398 Black and White Kingfisher by Bewick, Thomas (1753-1828); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Picture No. 10890358
Belted Kingfisher - perched on fisherman's net on boat (Ceryle alcyon) Date:

Picture No. 10890038
Belted Kingfisher - Adult male in winter - February (Ceryle alcyon) Date:

Picture No. 10890033
Belted Kingfisher - Ceryle alcyon - Adult male in winter - February (Ceryle alcyon) Date:

Picture No. 10890031
Belted Kingfisher - Ceryle alcyon - Male - December (Ceryle alcyon) Date:

Picture No. 10883689
Belted Kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon) Date:

Great-billed Kingfisher (Pelargopsis melanorhyncha) adult, perched on branch, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Belted Kingfisher - male. December in CT, USA
JZ-3689 Belted Kingfisher - male. December in CT, USA Ceryle alcyon Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Belted Kingfisher - male with beak open - December in CT, USA
JZ-3690 Belted Kingfisher - male with beak open December in CT, USA Ceryle alcyon Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Belted Kingfisher - male with fish in mouth - December in CT, USA
JZ-3692 Belted Kingfisher - male with fish in mouth December in CT, USA Ceryle alcyon Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Belted Kingfisher
North American Belted Kingfisher (Ceryle Alcyon)

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The Alcyon, a name that encompasses various entities from aircraft to birds and even mythical figures. Let's delve into the world and explore its diverse facets. Firstly, we encounter the Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon 106 - VO, an iconic French military trainer aircraft used during World War II. Its sleek design and reliable performance made it a popular choice for pilots in training. Next up is the Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon F-BMQC, another variant of this remarkable aircraft. With its distinctive markings and powerful engine, it soared through the skies with elegance and grace. Speaking of variants, let's not forget about the Morane-Saulnier MS. 733 Alcyon G-MSAL - 143 and F-BLYI as well as F-BLXP - 95; each one possessing its own unique characteristics that set them apart from their counterparts. Now shifting our focus to nature, we encounter two beautiful avian species associated with the name Alcyon – the Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon) and Horned Grebe (Podiceps auritus). These birds captivate us with their vibrant plumage and impressive hunting skills. Moving away from fauna but staying within nature's realm, we come across Trichomanes elegans or Bristle Fern – a delicate plant known for its intricate fronds that add an enchanting touch to any landscape. Stepping into mythology now, we discover ancient tales featuring figures named Alcyone and Ceyx who were transformed into birds by divine intervention. The artistic renditions by Michel de Marolles in 1655 and Bernard Picart in 1733 bring these captivating stories to life on canvas. Lastly, our journey takes us to Astoria, Oregon where a Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon) patiently waits to dive for small fish.