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Bellbird Collection

The Bellbird, a fascinating creature found on Little Barrier Island in New Zealand, holds a significant place in the avian world

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bellbird Little Barrier Island, New Zealand

Bellbird Little Barrier Island, New Zealand
DH-2247 Bellbird Little Barrier Island, New Zealand Anthornis melanura Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBellbird Collection: South Island kokako (extinct) and bell miner

South Island kokako (extinct) and bell miner
South Island kokako, Callaeas cinereus (extinct) and bell miner, Manorina melanophrys. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano

Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano (Variegated chatterer, Ampelis variegata). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Background imageBellbird Collection: White bellbird, Procnias albus

White bellbird, Procnias albus, male and female (Carunculated chatterer, Ampelis carunculata). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano, and American

Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano, and American avocet, Recurvirostra americana. Handcoloured steel engraving from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bare-throated bellbird (Procnias nudicollis), hand-colored lithograph, published in 1888

Bare-throated bellbird (Procnias nudicollis), hand-colored lithograph, published in 1888
Bare-throated bellbird (Procnias nudicollis). Hand-colored lithograph, published in 1888

Background imageBellbird Collection: Silvereye Tauhou, Bellbird Korimako

Silvereye Tauhou, Bellbird Korimako
Silvereye Tauhou, Zosterops lateralis lateralis. Bellbird Korimako, Anthornis melanura melanura (male and female). Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New

Background imageBellbird Collection: Mountain trogon, Trogon mexicanus, and bare-throated

Mountain trogon, Trogon mexicanus, and bare-throated bellbird, Procnias nudicollis.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary and Elizabeth Kirbys Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands, T

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano, and noisy

Bearded bellbird, Procnias averano, and noisy friarbird, Philemon corniculatus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology

Background imageBellbird Collection: Picture No. 11675835

Picture No. 11675835
Bellbird. Date:

Background imageBellbird Collection: de Havilland DH50A, G-AUEK, Bellbird, of QANTAS

de Havilland DH50A, G-AUEK, Bellbird, of QANTAS

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded Bellbird (Procnias averano carnobarba) adult male, singing, perched on branch, Trinidad

Bearded Bellbird (Procnias averano carnobarba) adult male, singing, perched on branch, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Background imageBellbird Collection: Crested Bellbird (Oreoica gutturalis) adult, perched on rock, Red Centre, Northern Territory

Crested Bellbird (Oreoica gutturalis) adult, perched on rock, Red Centre, Northern Territory, Australia, September

Background imageBellbird Collection: Adult bellbird (Anthornis melanura melanura) on Ulva Island, off Stewart Island, South Island

Adult bellbird (Anthornis melanura melanura) on Ulva Island, off Stewart Island, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bell miners, 19th century artwork C013 / 6428

Bell miners, 19th century artwork C013 / 6428
Bell miners (Manorina melanophrys). Plate 80 from The Birds of Australia, Vol.4 (1840-1848) by John Gould

Background imageBellbird Collection: Anthornis melanura, New Zealand bellbird

Anthornis melanura, New Zealand bellbird
Ff. 62. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Certhia olivacea and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Background imageBellbird Collection: Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree - Northern Territory - Australia

Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree - Northern Territory - Australia
DH-4718 Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree - Northern Territory - Australia Oreoica gutturalis Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageBellbird Collection: Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia

Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia
DH-4719 Crested Bellbird - male near Ti Tree, Northern Territory, Australia Oreoica gutturalis Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageBellbird Collection: New Zealand Bellbird / Korimako - feeding on a Mountain Flax above Otira, Westland, South Island

New Zealand Bellbird / Korimako - feeding on a Mountain Flax above Otira, Westland, South Island, New Zealand
DH-4665 New Zealand Bellbird / Korimako - feeding on a Mountain Flax above Otira, Westland, South Island, New Zealand Anthornis melanura Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Background imageBellbird Collection: New Zealand Bellbird (Anthornis melanura) adult, clinging to branch, New Zealand, november

New Zealand Bellbird (Anthornis melanura) adult, clinging to branch, New Zealand, november

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bellbird - Tiritiri Matangi Island - Hauraki Gulf - North Island - New Zealand

Bellbird - Tiritiri Matangi Island - Hauraki Gulf - North Island - New Zealand
DH-4639 Bellbird - Tiritiri Matangi Island Hauraki Gulf - North Island - New Zealand Anthornis melanura Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded Bellbird - male calling in forest canopy - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad

Bearded Bellbird - male calling in forest canopy - Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad
GET-1649 Bearded Bellbird - male calling in forest canopy Asa Wright Centre - Trinidad Procnias averano carnobarba Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBellbird Collection: Three-wattled Bell Bird - Male, with beak open South America

Three-wattled Bell Bird - Male, with beak open South America
PM-3815-m Three-wattled Bellbird - Male, with beak open South America Procnias tricarunculata Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBellbird Collection: Naked-throated / Bare-throated Bellbird

Naked-throated / Bare-throated Bellbird
KF-9485 Naked-throated / Bare-throated Bellbird Procnias nudicollis Kenneth W Fink Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBellbird Collection: Crested Bellbird

Crested Bellbird
GC-373 CRESTED BELLBIRD - at nest Oreoica gutturalis Graeme Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBellbird Collection: Bearded Bellbird

Bearded Bellbird
DE-2326 Bearded Bellbird Procnias averano M. D. England Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way


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The Bellbird, a fascinating creature found on Little Barrier Island in New Zealand, holds a significant place in the avian world. Although it shares its name with other bird species like the South Island kokako and bell miner, each possesses unique characteristics that set them apart. One such distinct member is the Bearded bellbird (Procnias averano), known for its stunning appearance and melodious calls. Its vibrant plumage captivates observers as they witness this magnificent bird perched among the lush rainforest foliage. Another noteworthy variant is the White bellbird (Procnias albus), whose snowy feathers create an ethereal sight amidst nature's backdrop. Interestingly, the Bearded it also has connections beyond New Zealand's borders. It shares similarities with its American counterpart, showcasing how these birds transcend geographical boundaries through their shared traits and behaviors. Delving into history reveals a hand-colored lithograph from 1888 depicting another relative of this family - the Bare-throated bellbird (Procnias nudicollis). This artwork serves as a testament to humanity's long-standing fascination with these captivating creatures. In addition to their visual allure they can renowned for their enchanting songs that echo through forests. The Silvereye Tauhou and Bellbird Korimako often join in harmony with these beautiful melodies, creating an orchestra of natural sounds that resonate throughout their habitat. Furthermore, even distant relatives like the Mountain trogon (Trogon mexicanus) find common ground with bare-throated counterparts when it comes to certain features or vocalizations. These connections remind us of nature's intricate web of life and interdependence among species. Capturing one's attention further is Picture No. 11675835 - an image frozen in time displaying a male Bearded Bellbird calling out while perched gracefully on a liana within the rainforest canopy. This snapshot encapsulates both beauty and strength within this remarkable species.