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Circus Cyaneus Collection (page 2)

"Circus cyaneus

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Northern Harrier ( Circus cyaneus) male in flight

Northern Harrier ( Circus cyaneus) male in flight

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Northern Harrier Hawk Hunting

Northern Harrier Hawk Hunting
Northern Harrier Hawk hunting

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), adult male

Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), adult male

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Zoology: Birds, Falconiformes, Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus), Montagus Harrier (Circus pygargus)

Zoology: Birds, Falconiformes, Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus), Montagus Harrier (Circus pygargus), Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus), illustration Biology

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Hen harrier, 19th century C013 / 6414

Hen harrier, 19th century C013 / 6414
Hen harrier (Circus cyaneus). Plate 204 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Marsh hawk and reed bird, 18th century C013 / 6254

Marsh hawk and reed bird, 18th century C013 / 6254
Marsh hawk and reed bird. 18th-century artwork of a marsh hawk (Circus cyaneus) and a reed bird (Dolichonyx oryzivorus) from Pennsylvania, USA

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Hen harrier design

Hen harrier design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Circus cyaneus, marsh hawk or northern harrier

Circus cyaneus, marsh hawk or northern harrier
Hand coloured engraving, by George Edwards (1694- 1773), 1758. Paper size: 285 x 120 mm. Original artwork held by the Natural History Museum

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Circus cyaneus, hen harrier

Circus cyaneus, hen harrier
Plate 356 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 imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: MARSH HAWK, 1877. Circus cyaneus. Also known as harrier. Line engraving, 1877

MARSH HAWK, 1877. Circus cyaneus. Also known as harrier. Line engraving, 1877

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Female northern harrier (Circus cyaneus) in flight while hunting, Farmington Bay

Female northern harrier (Circus cyaneus) in flight while hunting, Farmington Bay, Utah, United States of America, North America

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Marsh Harrier Circus cyaneus Norfolk spring

Marsh Harrier Circus cyaneus Norfolk spring

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Marsh Hariers Circus cyaneus males over reedbed Norfolk winter

Marsh Hariers Circus cyaneus males over reedbed Norfolk winter

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Northern Harrier - male in flight - January - Connecticut - USA

Northern Harrier - male in flight - January - Connecticut - USA
JZ-3783 Northern Harrier - male in flight January - Connecticut - USA Circus cyaneus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Northern Harrier - immature in flight - with immature Cooper's Hawk in flight

Northern Harrier - immature in flight - with immature Cooper's Hawk in flight. CT in fall migration. October. USA
JZ-3784 Northern Harrier - immature in flight - with immature Cooper's Hawk in flight. CT in fall migration. October. USA Circus cyaneus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display

Background imageCircus Cyaneus Collection: Northern Harrier / Hen Harrier - adult male

Northern Harrier / Hen Harrier - adult male
JZ-2007 Northern Harrier / Hen Harrier - adult male Circus cyaneus Distribution: Found throughout northern parts of Canada, the northernmost USA and northern Eurasia



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"Circus cyaneus: The Majestic Northern Hen Harrier in Action" Witness the breathtaking aerial battle between the Northern Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus) and the Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) as they engage in a fierce fight mid-flight. These magnificent birds showcase their agility and strength, captivating all who witness their aerial acrobatics. In the tranquil moorland habitat of Glen Tanar Estate, an adult female Hen Harrier gracefully lands on a rock, blending seamlessly with her surroundings. Her presence is a testament to the beauty of this Scottish landscape, where these birds find solace and thrive. Hovering effortlessly over the moorland, another female Hen Harrier displays her hunting prowess. With keen eyesight and precision, she scans the heather-covered terrain for unsuspecting prey. This remarkable bird symbolizes both power and grace as she glides through the air. The lithograph from 1897 reveals not only the eggs of European birds but also highlights the importance of preserving these delicate species like Circus cyaneus. Their existence is intertwined with our natural heritage—a reminder that we must protect them for future generations to admire. Perched atop a rugged rock formation within their moorland habitat, an adult female Hen Harrier exudes confidence and resilience. She stands tall against any adversity that comes her way while safeguarding her nest site from potential threats. Watch in awe as an adult female swoops down from above, skillfully landing at her nest with food for her hungry chicks. Her dedication to nurturing new life showcases both maternal instinct and unwavering determination—an inspiring sight indeed. A juvenile male Hen Harrier takes flight in Parainen Uto, Finland—his first taste of independence amidst vast open skies. As he soars high above his birthplace, he embodies hope for future generations across continents. An adult male Hen Harrier dominates the moorland with his majestic presence.