Bucephala Collection

Bucephala clangula, common goldeneye
Plate 31 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Buff tip moth, Phalera bucephala, large yellow underwing, Noctua pronuba, common blue butterfly, Polyommatus icarus
FLO4638898 Buff tip moth, Phalera bucephala, large yellow underwing, Noctua pronuba, common blue butterfly, Polyommatus icarus, on a vase of flowers

Buff-tip, Phalera bucephala, poplar lappet, Gastropacha populifolia, and lappet moth, Gastropacha quercifolia
FLO4671132 Buff-tip, Phalera bucephala, poplar lappet, Gastropacha populifolia, and lappet moth, Gastropacha quercifolia. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by

Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male on loch on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male and two females on woodland loch at dawn on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

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Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Stanley Park, Common Goldeneye drake(Bucephala clangula) preening Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Stanley Park, Common Goldeneye drake (Bucephala clangula) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Stanley Park, Common Goldeneye drake (Bucephala clangula) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Stanley Park, Common Goldeneye hen (Bucephala clangula) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia near Kamloops, Common Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) female taking off Date: 26/08/2005

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Canada, British Columbia near Kamloops, Common Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) pair swimming in lake Date: 26/08/2005

Tawny prominent moth, Harpyia milhauseri. Phalaena bombyx milhauseri. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in

Buff-tip moth, Phalera bucephala, and Cosmotriche lobulina moth. Phalaena bucephala, Phalaena lunigera. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph

Buff-tip, poplar lappet and lappet moth
Buff-tip, Phalera bucephala, poplar lappet, Gastropacha populifolia, and lappet moth, Gastropacha quercifolia. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by Alexis

Curtis British Entomology Plate 530
Lepidoptera: Pygaera bucephala = Phalera bucephala (Buff-tip) Date: 1824-39

Common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) male performing its mating display. Southern Norway. March

Goldeneye (Clangula bucephala) pair on woodland loch at dawn on misty morning, Loch Vaa, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

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Barrows Goldeneye flying drake Iceland Date:

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Barrows Goldeneye flapping its wings Iceland Date:

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Barrows Goldeneye swimming drake Iceland Date:

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Barrows Goldeneye flying female, Iceland Date:

Illustration, Notodontidae -- Phalera Bucephala, Pterostoma Palpina, Lophopteryx Camelina, Odontosia Carmelita, Microdonta Bicolora, Leiocampa Dictaea, Drymonia Chaonia, Notodonta Tritophus

Reflections in a small lake in taiga forest at dusk. Golden-eye male duck swims on water (Bucephala clangula). Uganskii Nat. reserve, Siberia, Russia. Spring

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Goldeneye female courtship display. Date:

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Goldeneye female courtship display. Date:

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Goldeneye male courtship display. Date:

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Goldeneye male courtship display. Date:

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Common Goldeneye adult female at entrance of nesting box Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - male calling as part of courtship display Iceland (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - male calling as part of courtship display Iceland (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - male with several females Iceland (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - male flapping wings Iceland (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - male in flight taking off from water Iceland (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Goldeneye - Female (Bucephala clangula) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye - Male Displaying (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Common Goldeneye, pair swimming in pond (Bucephala clangula) Date:

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Bufflehead - female - January (Bucephala albeola) Date:

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Bufflehead - male - January (Bucephala albeola) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Barrow's Goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) Date:

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Buff Tip Moth at rest (Phalera bucephala) Date:

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Buff Tip Moth - at rest and showing camouflage on Silver Birch bark (Phalera bucephala) Date:

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Buff Tip Moth at rest and showing camouflage on Silver Birch bark (Phalera bucephala) Date:

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Buff Tip - moth caterpillar feeding on food plant - August (Phalera bucephala). Shell Island - Llanbedr - North Wales - UK. Date:

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Goldeneye - Pair mating (Bucephala clangula) Date:

Bucephala albeola, bufflehead
Plate 98, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

Bucephala islandica, Barrows goldeneye
Plate 403 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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"Bucephala: The Majestic Waterfowl of Northern Europe" In the serene waters of Southern Norway, a captivating sight unfolds as the male Common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) performs its enchanting mating display. With feathers glistening under the sun's warm embrace, this stunning waterfowl commands attention and admiration. The Bucephala clan encompasses two remarkable species - the Common goldeneye and the smaller yet equally fascinating Bufflehead (Bucephala albeola). These birds are renowned for their striking appearance and unique behaviors that captivate bird enthusiasts worldwide. As we delve deeper into their world, we discover an array of breathtaking moments frozen in time. From DDE-90027995 to DDE-90027866, each photograph reveals intricate details of these magnificent creatures' lives. Their vibrant plumage stands out against tranquil waters, reflecting nature's artistry at its finest. But let us not forget our winged friends from other realms who share similar names with these bucephalas. The Tawny prominent moth (Harpyia milhauseri) graces us with its presence alongside the Buff-tip moth (Phalera bucephala) and Cosmotriche lobulina. Each one showcases nature's diversity in form and beauty. Whether it be on land or water, bucephalas never fail to leave a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to witness them firsthand. Their graceful movements and melodious calls create an atmosphere filled with wonderment and awe. So let us celebrate these extraordinary creatures – from the regal Common goldeneye performing its courtship dance to the delicate moths fluttering through moonlit nights. They remind us that even amidst life's chaos, there is always room for elegance and tranquility found in nature's marvelous creations - Bucephala Clangula.