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Jonathan Elphick Collection

Jonathan Elphick is a true connoisseur of the avian world, with an encyclopedic knowledge that spans from the Strigops habroptilus, commonly known as the kakapo

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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Strigops habroptilus, kakapo
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Pharomachrus moccino, resplendent quetzal
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Cygnus atratus, black swan
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Bubo coromandus, dusky eagle owl
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Egretta garzetta, little egret
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Upupa epops, common hoopoe
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Psephotus dissimilis, hooded parrot
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Erithacus rubecula, European robin
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Garrulus glandarius, Eurasian jay
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Motacilla flava, yellow wagtail
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Dromaius novaehollandiae, emu
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: A Medieval nightmare
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Anastomus lamelligerus, African open-bill
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Walter Rothschilds Necropsittacus borbonicus
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Cacatua sulphurea, yellow-crested cockatoo
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Corvus corone cornix, hooded (carrion) crow
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Bubo bubo, Eurasian eagle-owl
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Dryocopus martius, black woodpecker
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Himantopus himantopus, black-winged stilt
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Ara macao, scarlet macaw
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Phalaropus lobatus, red-necked phalarope
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Loriculus sp. hanging parrot
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Philomachus pugnax, ruff
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Ptiloris magnificus, magnificent riflebird
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Struthio camelus, ostrich
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Goura cristata, western crowned pigeon
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Phoenicopterus ruber ruber, greater flamingo
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Cepphus grylle, black guillemot
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Lophura leucomelana, kalij pheasant
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Sericulus aureus, flame bowerbird
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Amandava amandava, red avadavat
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Progne subis, purple martin
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Tichodroma muraria, wallcreeper
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Historia Naturalis Title Page
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Ramphastos vitellinus, channel-billed toucan
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Arborophila torqueola, common hill partridge
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Conuropsis carolinensis, Carolina parakeet
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Oceandroma leucorhoa, Leachs storm-petrel
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Fregata magnificens, magnificent frigatebird
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Raphus cucullatus, dodo, Ara macao, scarlet macaw
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Passerculus sandwichensis, Savannah sparrow
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Pelecanus conspicillatus, white pelican
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Podargus strigoides, tawny frogmouth
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Falco peregrinus, peregrine palcon
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Picus major, great spotted woodpecker
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Jonathan Elphick Collection: Cochoa purpurea, purple cochoa


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Jonathan Elphick is a true connoisseur of the avian world, with an encyclopedic knowledge that spans from the Strigops habroptilus, commonly known as the kakapo, to the majestic Cygnus atratus or black swan. His passion for birds extends to even the most elusive species like Bubo coromandus, also known as the dusky eagle owl. But it doesn't stop there; Jonathan's expertise encompasses exotic beauties such as Pharomachrus moccino, better recognized as the resplendent quetzal. He can identify Egretta garzetta, a delicate little egret with its elegant white plumage and slender figure. Not to mention his familiarity with Upupa epops or common hoopoe - a bird famous for its unique crown-like crest. Jonathan's admiration for feathered creatures goes beyond their physical attributes; he understands their behavior too. From observing Erithacus rubecula (European robin) building intricate nests to unraveling Psephotus dissimilis' (hooded parrot) complex social dynamics within flocks. His knowledge expands further into Garrulus glandarius or Eurasian jay - recognizing their intelligence and ability to mimic sounds effortlessly. And let's not forget about Falco peregrinus, otherwise known as peregrine falcon - renowned for its incredible speed during hunting dives. Even lesser-known species like Motacilla flava (yellow wagtail) and Dromaius novaehollandiae (emu) find their place in Jonathan's vast repertoire of avifauna wisdom. In short, Jonathan Elphick is an ornithological virtuoso who has dedicated his life to understanding and appreciating every aspect of our feathery friends. With him around, no bird will ever go unnoticed or unappreciated.