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American Sparrow Collection (page 2)

The American Sparrow, scientifically known as Emberiza calandra or the Corn Bunting, is a fascinating bird species found in various parts of the world

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Melospiza georgiana, swamp sparrow

Melospiza georgiana, swamp sparrow
Plate 64 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Melospiza lincolnii, Lincolns sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii, Lincolns sparrow
Plate 193 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Pooecetes gramineus, vesper sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus, vesper sparrow
Plate 94 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Melospiza melodia, song sparrow

Melospiza melodia, song sparrow
Plate 25 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Spizella pusilla, field sparrow

Spizella pusilla, field sparrow
Plate 139 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Passerculus sandwichensis, Savannah sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis, Savannah sparrow
Plate 109 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Ammodramus savannarum, grasshopper sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum, grasshopper sparrow
Plate 130 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Junco hyemalis, dark-eyed junco

Junco hyemalis, dark-eyed junco
Plate 36, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Emberiza stewarti, white-capped bunting

Emberiza stewarti, white-capped bunting
White-capped bunting egg specimens

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Emberiza leucocephalos, pine bunting eggs

Emberiza leucocephalos, pine bunting eggs
Four pine bunting egg specimens

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Zonotrichia albicollis, white-throated sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis, white-throated sparrow
Plate 8 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved by W.H. Lizars, Edinburgh, retouched by R. Havell & Son, London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Spizella passerina, chipping sparrow

Spizella passerina, chipping sparrow
Plate 104 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Ammodramus maritimus, seaside sparrow

Ammodramus maritimus, seaside sparrow
Plate 355 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

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Molothrus ater, Passerella iliaca, Carpodacus mexicanus, Pas

Molothrus ater, Passerella iliaca, Carpodacus mexicanus, Pas
Plate 424 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

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Carduelis psaltria, Carduelis hornemanni, Calcarius pictus

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

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Spizella pallida, Junco hyemalis, Passerina amoena

Spizella pallida, Junco hyemalis, Passerina amoena
Plate 398 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

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Calcarius ornatus Carduelis magellanica Zonotrichia atricapi

Calcarius ornatus Carduelis magellanica Zonotrichia atricapi
Plate 394 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

Background imageAmerican Sparrow Collection: Calamospiza melanocorys, Chondestes grammacus, Melospiza mel

Calamospiza melanocorys, Chondestes grammacus, Melospiza mel
Plate 390 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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The American Sparrow, scientifically known as Emberiza calandra or the Corn Bunting, is a fascinating bird species found in various parts of the world. From the vibrant Yellowhammer or Eastern Yellow Bunting in Tyrol, Austria to the striking Spotted Towhee residing in Arizona, USA, these sparrows captivate with their unique characteristics. In Newport, Oregon, United States Of America, a melodious tune fills the air as a Song Sparrow (Melospiza Melodia) sings its heart out. Meanwhile, across continents in India and Brazil, Gracula religiosa indica and Acridotheres cristellus sparrows showcase their colorful plumage alongside Paroaria birds. Perched gracefully on a cattail in Ridgefield, Washington State of America is another Song Sparrow (Melospiza Melodia), showcasing its adaptability to different environments. On colder terrains like Yukon Territory in Canada and Tyrol Austria once again we find White-crowned Sparrows -Zonotrichia leucophrys- and Eastern Yellow Buntings respectively. As we journey through Europe's picturesque landscapes such as Extremadura Spain and Rhodopes Bulgaria; we witness Corn Buntings -Emberiza calandra- thriving amidst nature's beauty. These resilient creatures even take time for self-care as one was spotted washing itself in Rhodopes Bulgaria. From coastlines to mountainsides around the globe, American Sparrows continue to enchant us with their diverse appearances and captivating melodies. Whether it be the Rock Bunting -Emberiza cia- perched high up on cliffs or the cheerful presence of Yellowhammers or Eastern Yellow Buntings -Emberiza citrinella-, these sparrows truly remind us of nature's endless wonders.