Great Grey Shrike Collection

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

Northern Shrike (colour litho)
3118120 Northern Shrike (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Different kinds of shrikes (coloured engraving)
997620 Different kinds of shrikes (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Passeres, Scansores, Shrikes and Parrots (colour litho)
6016754 Passeres, Scansores, Shrikes and Parrots (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Passeres, Scansores, Shrikes and Parrots)

White-eyed Vireo, 1864 (colour litho)
998930 White-eyed Vireo, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren)

Great grey Shrike
LLM338656 Great grey Shrike by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great grey Shrike. A Hand-Book to the Birds of Great Britain by R)

Southern Great Grey Shrike perched on barbed wire Spain, Lanius excubitor

Great Grey Shrike perched at treetop Netherlands, Lanius excubitor

Great Grey Shrike on the lookout, Lanius excubitor

Great Grey Shrike Lanius excubitor silhouetted at dusk Kelling Heath Norfolk April 2008

Great Grey Shrike Lanius excubitor Kelling Heath Norfolk April 2008

Great Grey Shrike 17th century Watercolor bodycolor
Artokoloro

Great grey shrike, Lanius excubitor and red-backed shrike, Lanius collurio
Illustration of a Great grey shrike, Lanius excubitor and red-backed shrike, Lanius collurio

Great grey shrikes, 19th centiry artwork C013 / 6345
Great grey shrike (Lanius excubitor) pair. Plate 135 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Lanius excubitor, great grey shrike
Plate 192 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Mother Northern Shrike Returns To Chicks (Lanius excubitor) - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Alaska

Northern Shrike Chick Profile (Lanius excubitor) - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Alaska

Great Grey Shrike Lanius excubitor winter Greece

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The great grey shrike, also known as Lanius excubitor, is a fascinating bird species that has captured the attention of nature enthusiasts for centuries. Its beauty and unique characteristics have been depicted in various forms of art throughout history. In 1897, a lithograph was published showcasing the eggs of European birds, including the great grey shrike. This intricate piece of artwork highlighted the delicate nature of these avian treasures and provided valuable insight into their existence. Another stunning lithograph from that era portrayed the northern shrike in all its colorful glory. The vibrant hues brought this majestic bird to life on paper, allowing viewers to appreciate its splendor from afar. A colored engraving showcased different kinds of shrikes, emphasizing their diversity within the Passeres and Scansores orders. These engravings served as educational tools for those interested in studying these remarkable creatures up close. Furthermore, a color lithograph titled "Birds in need of protection because of their benefit to farming" shed light on how crucial it is to safeguard birds like the great grey shrike due to their significant contributions to agriculture. This visual representation aimed at raising awareness about conservation efforts and promoting harmony between humans and wildlife. Moving forward in time, photographs taken in Norfolk during April 2008 captured breathtaking moments featuring silhouettes of great grey shrikes against dusky skies at Kelling Heath. These images evoked a sense of mystery surrounding these elusive birds while highlighting their adaptability within different environments. Other snapshots depicted southern great grey shrikes perched gracefully on barbed wire fences in Spain or atop treetops in Netherlands. These photos showcased not only their impressive agility but also emphasized how they utilize man-made structures as vantage points for hunting prey efficiently. Lastly, an image titled "Great Grey Shrike on the lookout" perfectly encapsulated this bird's vigilant nature as it scanned its surroundings with piercing eyesight.