Firecrest Collection

Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651
Blackburn YA.1 Firecrest RT651 at the 1947 SBAC Radlett air-show, parked next to the first prototype Boulton Paul Balliol VL892

Goldcrest and Firecrest engraving 1896
A handbook to the birds of Great Britain by R. Bowdler Sharpe

Alain Gerbault Sails
Intrepid French yachtsman ALAIN GERBAULT prepares to cross the Pacific, alone, in his boat the Firecrest

Fire-Crested Wren
FIRE-CRESTED WREN (Regulus ignicapillus) sometimes called the FIRECREST An irregular visitor to Britain

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla) perched on lichen covered branch, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, May

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla) singing, Wiltshire, England, UK, April

Natural history, Birds, common firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla)
Vintage engraving of a common firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla) also known as the firecrest, is a very small passerine bird in the kinglet family. from Francis Orpen Morris, A History of British Birds

Wren, Goldcrest, Firecrest Date: circa 1910s

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla) amongst oak leaves in autumn, Parainen Uto, Finland. October

Firecrest (Regulis ignicapilla) in flight, Parainen, Uto, Finland. October

The little "Firecrest"off the French coast after completing its 20
6009082 The little " Firecrest" off the French coast after completing its 20, 000-mile voyage with a crew of one (b/w photo) by European Photographer

Alain Gerbault (b / w photo)
6009085 Alain Gerbault (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alain Gerbault)

Rare and beautiful European and German birds (coloured engraving)
998317 Rare and beautiful European and German birds (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Goldcrest (bottom) and Firecrest (top)
LLM338657 Goldcrest (bottom) and Firecrest (top) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldcrest (bottom) and Firecrest (top)

North Hertfordshire SG6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Hertfordshire SG6 4

Peterborough PE7 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Peterborough PE7 3

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapillus) perched on a frozen branch, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain, January

Firecrest bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

The Yacht that sailed round the world, 1936. The cutter Firecrest. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

Firecrest Regulus ignicapillus in song Norfolk April

firecrest, Netherlands

firecrest on mossy branch, Netherlands

Firecrest perched on a branch singing

Firecrest on twig

Firecrest, Germany

Firecrest Norfolk April

Firecrest Regulus ignicapillus Norfolk April

Picture No. 11993177
Firecrest - Cornwall - UK Date:

Nest the common firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla)
Illustration of a nest the common firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla)

Vandalised Playground - Lambeth, London History of London - Vauxhall / Lambeth

Picture No. 10893912
Firecrest - perched on conifer tree branch (Regulus ignicapillus) Date:

Picture No. 10893911
Firecrest - extracting moss from branch for nest building material (Regulus ignicapillus) Date:

Picture No. 10893913
Firecrest - perched on conifer tree branch (Regulus ignicapillus) Date:

Regulus ignicapilla, firecrest
Plate 70 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Firecrest RTS 916 At nest with chicks Regulus ignicapillus © Robert T. Smith / ardea. com
RTS-916 FIRECREST - at nest with chicks Regulus ignicapillus R T Smith contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Firecrest JD 15118 Regulus ignicapillus © John Daniels / ardea. com
JD-15118 FIRECREST - in tree Regulus ignicapillus John Daniels contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapillus) adult, singing, perched on twig, Norfolk, England, april

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapillus) adult, perched on twig, Norfolk, England, april

Firecrest (Regulus ignicapillus) adult male, collecting moss and lichen for nesting material, Northern Italy, march

Alain Gerbault / Ils 1929
ALAIN GERBAULT French solo sailor on the Firecrest

GERBAULT (1893-1941)
ALAIN GERBAULT A French tennis star turned sailor, with his boat the Firecrest. Buried on Bora Bora in the Pacific Ocean

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The firecrest, also known as the Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651, is a captivating bird that has left its mark in various aspects of history and nature. In 1896, an enchanting engraving showcased the beauty of both the goldcrest and firecrest species. These delicate birds have long fascinated enthusiasts with their vibrant colors and distinctive crests. One notable connection to the firecrest comes from Alain Gerbault Sails, where this majestic bird was chosen as a symbol of freedom and adventure. Just like this tiny creature's resilience during migration, Gerbault's sails carried him through daring voyages across vast oceans. In terms of ornithology, the fire-crested wren shares similarities with other members of its family such as the wren and goldcrest. Their eggs were beautifully depicted in a lithograph published back in 1897, showcasing the diversity found within European avian species. Observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is truly awe-inspiring. Whether perched on a lichen-covered branch in Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park or singing melodiously amidst Wiltshire's landscapes in England, UK - these sightings offer glimpses into their remarkable lives. As autumn arrives, oak leaves become an exquisite backdrop for capturing images of firecrests among Parainen Uto's scenery in Finland. The vibrancy they bring to this season reminds us of nature's ever-changing beauty. Even while soaring through Finnish skies during October or completing arduous journeys across thousands of miles off the French coast - like "The little 'Firecrest'" did with just one crew member aboard - these birds continue to captivate our imagination. Indeed, whether it be through historical engravings or present-day encounters with them around different corners of our planet; there is no denying that common firecrests (Regulus ignicapilla) hold a special place within natural history.