Icteridae Collection (page 3)

Black-cowled Oriole (Icterus prosthemelas) adult, Costa Rica, March

Yellow-headed Blackbird (Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus) adult male, singing and displaying, perched on stems, North Dakota, U.S.A. May

Side view of a Melodious Blackbird, Dives dives, perching on a tree trunk and leaning forwards, with head in profile showing the beak and eye

Quiscalus major, boat-tailed grackle
Plate 187 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

Molothrus ater, brown-headed cowbird
Plate 99 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Quiscalus quiscula, common grackle
Plate 7 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved by W.H. Lizars, Edinburgh

Icterus galbula, Baltimore oriole
Plate 48, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

Euphagus carolinus, rusty blackbird
Plate 157 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

Dolichonyx oryzivorus, bobolink
Plate 54 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Icterus spurius, orchard oriole
Plate 42 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Agelaius phoeniceus, red-winged blackbird
Plate 420 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

Icterus bullockii, xanthocephalus xanthocephalus, Agelaius t
Plate 388 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

Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) adult male, close-up of head, displaying to attract female, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A. February

USA, Texas, Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, male Great-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus mexicanus)

Greater Antillean Grackle (Quiscalus niger crassirostris) adult, preening, perched on branch, Linstead, Jamaica, april

Jamaican Blackbird (Nesopsar nigerrimus) adult, perched on branch, Ecclesdown Road, Jamaica, march

Unicoloured Blackbird (Agelaius cyanopus) adult female, standing on ground, El Bagual, Formosa, Argentina, october

Solitary Black Cacique (Cacicus solitarius) adult, perched on branch, La Lucila, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, september

Bay-winged Cowbird (Agelaioides badius) adult, perched on branch, Costanera Sur Reserve, Buenos Aires, Argentina, august

Boat-tailed Grackle female. Inhabits coastal saltwater marshes, inland lakes and streams, farms and towns
ASW-4447 Boat-tailed Grackle female Everglades, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Quiscalus major Alan J. S. Weaving Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Icteridae: A Vibrant Family of Birds" The family Icteridae encompasses a diverse group of birds, each with its own unique characteristics and habitats. From the vibrant Carduelis psaltria to the striking Icterus galbula and I. Bullockii, these avian wonders captivate us with their beauty. In the wetlands of Brazil's Pantanal region, an unexpected sight unfolds before our eyes. A Capybara finds solace amidst lush vegetation while a Giant cowbird perches on its back. This unusual partnership showcases nature's intricate connections. Meanwhile, in Wyoming's Sublette County, a male Yellow-headed Blackbird confidently rests upon dried cattails. Its brilliant plumage stands out against the backdrop of marshland, making it an unmistakable sight for bird enthusiasts. Courtship displays are not uncommon among members of this family either. The Boat-tailed grackle pair engages in an elaborate dance to win each other's affection while the Common grackle pair mesmerizes onlookers at Wakodahatchee Wetlands with their synchronized movements. Even in winter landscapes, these birds continue to make their presence known. A Red-winged Blackbird fearlessly serenades from atop a snow-covered red maple tree as if announcing that spring is just around the corner. Beyond North America lies South America where Austral blackbirds and Austral thrushes find respite in nectar-filled flowers. Their delicate interactions remind us of nature's harmony and interconnectedness across continents. As we explore further into marshy terrains like Viera Wetlands, we witness more captivating scenes unfold before our eyes - mixed flocks of Red-winged Blackbirds taking flight together; their synchronized movements creating breathtaking patterns against the sky above. Icteridae is truly a remarkable family that showcases both diversity and unity within the avian world.