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Bevere Collection

"Bevere: A Melodious Symphony of Avian Wonders" In the enchanting world of avifauna, Bevere unveils a mesmerizing tapestry of vibrant plumage and captivating melodies

Background imageBevere Collection: Psittacula eupatria, Alexandrine parakeet

Psittacula eupatria, Alexandrine parakeet
Plate 8, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Gracula religiosa indica, lesser hill myna

Gracula religiosa indica, lesser hill myna
Plate 73, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Centropus sinensis, greater coucal

Centropus sinensis, greater coucal
Plate 27, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Psittacula cyanocephala, plum-headed parakeet

Psittacula cyanocephala, plum-headed parakeet
Plate 6, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Babyrousa babyrussa, babirusa

Babyrousa babyrussa, babirusa
Plate 106 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781)

Background imageBevere Collection: Megalaima zeylanica, brown-headed barbet

Megalaima zeylanica, brown-headed barbet
Plate 28, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Sri Lankan brown fish owl, Ketupa zeylonensis

Sri Lankan brown fish owl, Ketupa zeylonensis. (Great Ceylonese eared owl, Strix zeylonensis.) After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere provided by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: African rail, Rallus caerulescens and clymene moth

African rail, Rallus caerulescens and clymene moth
African rail, Rallus caerulescens (Rallus capensis) and clymene moth, Haploa clymene. After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Eastern water rail, Rallus indicus

Eastern water rail, Rallus indicus (Ceylon rail, Rallus zeylanicus) and Galene butterfly (Danai festivi). After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Red-vented bulbul and white-spectacled bulbul

Red-vented bulbul and white-spectacled bulbul
Red-vented bulbul, Pycnonotus cafer, and sooty-headed bulbul, Pycnonotus aurigaster. (Yellow-vented flycatcher and red-vented warbler)

Background imageBevere Collection: Brown hawk-owl on a mango tree

Brown hawk-owl on a mango tree
Brown hawk-owl, Ninox scutulata (Falco badius), on a mango tree, Mangifera indica, in Sri Lanka. From a watercolour by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Straw-headed bulbul, Pycnonotus zeylanicus

Straw-headed bulbul, Pycnonotus zeylanicus (Yellow-crowned thrush, Turdus ochrocephalus). After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Sri Lanka green pigeon, Treron pompadora

Sri Lanka green pigeon, Treron pompadora (Pompadour pigeon, Columba pompadora, of Ceylon). After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Pink-necked green pigeon, Treron vernans vernans

Pink-necked green pigeon, Treron vernans vernans. (Purple pigeon or jooan of Java, Columba purpurea.) After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Chestnut-bellied partridge, Arborophila javanica

Chestnut-bellied partridge, Arborophila javanica (Javan partridge, Tetrao javanicus). After an illustration by Pieter de Bevere supplied by Governor Joan Gideon Loten

Background imageBevere Collection: Crimson-throated barbet and unknown warbler

Crimson-throated barbet and unknown warbler
Crimson-throated barbet, Megalaima rubricapillus, and unknown warbler. (Red-crowned barbet, Bucco rubricapillus and olive coloured warbler)

Background imageBevere Collection: Sospel, Pont sur la Bevere (colour photo)

Sospel, Pont sur la Bevere (colour photo)
2804129 Sospel, Pont sur la Bevere (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sospel, Pont sur la Bevere)

Background imageBevere Collection: Pitta brachyura, Indian pitta

Pitta brachyura, Indian pitta
Plate 51, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris, mocking cliffchat

Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris, mocking cliffchat
Plate 49, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: MIXED CANOE SLALOM 1960S

MIXED CANOE SLALOM 1960S
A mixed C2 crew compete in a canoe slalom held at Bevere Weir, Worcester. The C2 is a fibreglass canoe similar to that used by native Americans. Date: 1960s

Background imageBevere Collection: Worcester WR3 7 Map

Worcester WR3 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Worcester WR3 7

Background imageBevere Collection: Tragulus javanicus, lesser mouse-deer

Tragulus javanicus, lesser mouse-deer
Plate 103 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781). See image reference 6373 for manuscript relating to image

Background imageBevere Collection: Anthracoceros albirostris convexus, Oriental pied hornbill

Anthracoceros albirostris convexus, Oriental pied hornbill
Plate 39, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Gracula religiosa, hill myna

Gracula religiosa, hill myna
Plate 71, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Harpactes fasciatus, Malabar trogon

Harpactes fasciatus, Malabar trogon
Plate 30, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Terpsiphone paradisi, Asian paradise-flycatcher

Terpsiphone paradisi, Asian paradise-flycatcher
Plate 43, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Pelargopsis capensis, stork-billed kingfisher

Pelargopsis capensis, stork-billed kingfisher
Plate 31, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Megalaima rubricapillus, crimson-fronted barbet

Megalaima rubricapillus, crimson-fronted barbet
Plate 29, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Purple-faced leaf monkey, artwork C016 / 5612

Purple-faced leaf monkey, artwork C016 / 5612
Purple-faced leaf monkey (Trachypithecus vetulus). Painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere. From the Loten Collection (1754-1757)

Background imageBevere Collection: Asian moth

Asian moth
From a collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, painted from life for J. G. Loten, Dutch Governor of Ceylon (1752-1757) by P. C

Background imageBevere Collection: Unidientified sunbird nest

Unidientified sunbird nest
Plate 64, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Lonchura maja, white-headed munia, Amandava amandava, red av

Lonchura maja, white-headed munia, Amandava amandava, red av
Plate 77, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Orthotomus sutorius, common tailorbird nest

Orthotomus sutorius, common tailorbird nest

Background imageBevere Collection: Leptocoma zeylonicus, purple-rumped sunbird

Leptocoma zeylonicus, purple-rumped sunbird
Plate 56, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Arboricola javanica, Javan partridge

Arboricola javanica, Javan partridge
Plate 86, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Pericrocotus flammeues, scarlet minivet

Pericrocotus flammeues, scarlet minivet
Plate 40, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Pycnonotus aurigaster, sooty-headed bulbul

Pycnonotus aurigaster, sooty-headed bulbul
Plate 45, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Sarkidiornis melanotus, comb duck

Sarkidiornis melanotus, comb duck
Plate 95, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Cicinnurus regus, king bird-of-paradise

Cicinnurus regus, king bird-of-paradise
Plate 74, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Porphyrio porphirio poliocephalus, purple swamphen

Porphyrio porphirio poliocephalus, purple swamphen
Plate 93, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Ceryle rudis, pied kingfisher

Ceryle rudis, pied kingfisher
Plate 32, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Amaurornis phoenicurus, white-breasted waterhen

Amaurornis phoenicurus, white-breasted waterhen
Plate 92, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Psittaculirostris sp. fig parrot

Psittaculirostris sp. fig parrot
Plate 11, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Aegithina tiphia, common iora

Aegithina tiphia, common iora
Plate 58, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Ceyx erithaca, Oriental dwarf kingfisher

Ceyx erithaca, Oriental dwarf kingfisher
Plate 36, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Pycnonotus melanicterus, black-crested bulbul

Pycnonotus melanicterus, black-crested bulbul
Plate 59, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus, red-faced malkoha

Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus, red-faced malkoha
Plate 24, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageBevere Collection: Lorius lory, black-capped lory

Lorius lory, black-capped lory
Plate 17, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)



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"Bevere: A Melodious Symphony of Avian Wonders" In the enchanting world of avifauna, Bevere unveils a mesmerizing tapestry of vibrant plumage and captivating melodies. Nestled within its verdant embrace, this haven is home to an array of magnificent creatures that grace the skies with their presence. Amongst them, the Psittacula eupatria, commonly known as the Alexandrine parakeet, flaunts its resplendent emerald green feathers and crimson beak. Its melodious calls resonate through the air, blending harmoniously with the Gracula religiosa indica's dulcet tones. This lesser hill myna enchants all who listen with its mimicry skills and eloquent repertoire. As one explores further into Bevere's depths, they may encounter the majestic Centropus sinensis - the greater coucal. With its striking black plumage and fiery red eyes, it exudes an aura of mystery amidst lush foliage. Nearby stands Babyrousa babyrussa or babirusa; a fascinating creature adorned with curving tusks that captivate both scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. The Megalaima zeylanica adds a splash of color to this avian paradise with its vibrant yellow head contrasting against deep green feathers. Meanwhile, Psittacula cyanocephala graces Bevere's canopy with its regal presence – a plum-headed parakeet whose hues rival those found in precious gemstones. Beneath moonlit nights in Bevere resides Sri Lankan brown fish owl (Ketupa zeylonensis), casting an ethereal glow upon these lands while African rail (Rallus caerulescens) gracefully navigates through reeds alongside clymene moth fluttering delicately on night breeze.