Kites Collection (page 4)

Red kite (Milvus milvus) in flight, Gigrin Farm, Powys, Wales, February

A kite (La cometa), 1778. Artist: Goya, Francisco, de (1746-1828)
A kite (La cometa), 1778. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

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Red Kite - adult bird in flight - Germany Date:

Colourful kite with tail and bows, front view

Illustration, boy flying a kite

Common Buzzard - adult in flight soaring with red kite (Milvus milvus) in background, Powys, Wales, UK
DK-9 Common Buzzard - adult in flight soaring with red kite (Milvus milvus) in background Powys, Wales, UK Buteo buteo David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black-shouldered kite perched on thornbush looking left, Serengeti, Tanzania
Black-shouldered kite (Elanus caeruleus) perched on thornbush looking left, Serengeti; Tanzania

Kites Germany Churches Landkreis Sachsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge
Kites in Germany, Churches in Landkreis Sachsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge, Kreischa, 1899, Landkreis Sachsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge, Gesamtansicht

Kite Over Field, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Kites Of Kite Surfers In Front Of Hotel Dos Mares; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, Usa; Kite Skiing On Mountain

Boy flying a kite on a greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Black Kite (Milvus migrans), Broome, Australia

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris), Western Australia, Australia

Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus), Queensland, Australia

Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus), Oshikoto, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Black Kite (Milvus migrans), Castile-La Mancha, Spain

Kite fighting, two colourful kites flying with their lines crossing

Black Kites Milvus migrans at Ghazipur rubbish fump one of the largest dumps on earth that attracts in excess of 150, 000 Black Kites to scavenge Delhi India

Japanese Story-Telling
A Japanese grandmother tells traditional tales to a group of children gathered round the brazier, laying aside their kites, dolls and tops. Date: 1899

1970S Boys Kite Flying
Three boys run to keep their kites in the air, the effort showing on their faces. Date: circa 1970 s

Red kite - adults in flight soaring, Powys, Wales, UK
DK-12 Red kite - adults in flight soaring Powys, Wales, UK Milvus milvus David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

3 Boys Fly Kites 1912
Three happy boys flying their kites

Picture No. 11992457
White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - fishing - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - fishing - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - fishing - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - fishing - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - fishing - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

Picture No. 11981799
Black Kite adult bird in flight Germany Date:

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Black Kite adult bird in flight Germany Date:

Surrey Theatre, Great Surrey Street, London
The Surrey Theatre (formerly The Royal Circus), Great Surrey Street, London, with a map below. 1814

Children Fly Kites 1920S
A little boy and his sister fly kites from a windy hilltop. Date: 1920s

Air-Sea Kite Device
A combination of raft and kite, this device should be able to take you anywhere so long as theres a wind and that its blowing in the direction you want to go. Date: circa 1890

Maillots Kite
French experimenter Maillot demonstrates that a kite can be made which will lift a man off the ground. Date: 1886

Codys Kite at Contest
At the First International Kite Competition, on the South Downs near Worthing, sussex : Codys kite enjoys police protection and the attention of a gent in a top hat. Date: 25 June 1903

Cockfighting (John Kay)
A cockfight in Edinburgh Thus we poor Cocks exert our Skill & Brav ry For idle Gulls and Kites that trade in Knav ry Date: 1785

Flying Kites, Japan
JAPANESE NEW YEAR Flying kites, erecting New Year trees, exchanging visits and greetings, playing games Date: 1855

Flying kites
Young boy and girl in a field with an older sister learning to fly their kites. Artist: Enid Warne Browne Date: circa 1922

Photo of kite-flying on skis, Finse, Norway
Colour photo from the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 14th November 1925 showing a young lady enjoying kite-flying on skis at Finse, Norway. Date: 14th November 1925

Carp banners, Japan
Carp banners flying above a street, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

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Red Kite flight Red Kite adult in flight Germany Date:

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Witness the majestic beauty of the Red Kite as it soars through the skies of Powys, Wales. In this breathtaking image, an adult Red Kite gracefully glides above the picturesque landscape. Known for its distinctive reddish-brown plumage and impressive wingspan, this magnificent bird captivates all who encounter it. At Gigrin Farm in Rhayader, Powys, a remarkable sight awaits nature enthusiasts. This RSPB site attracts up to 300 Red Kites daily with their feeding rituals. As these elegant creatures take flight against a backdrop of rolling hills and lush greenery, one can't help but marvel at their sheer numbers and synchronized movements. Even amidst snow-covered terrain in February, the resilient Red Kite continues to dominate the skies of Wales. Against this wintry backdrop, its vibrant feathers stand out vividly as it navigates effortlessly through icy winds. Protected and thriving in the UK's conservation efforts, these captivating birds are predominantly found in Wales while also inhabiting western Europe and extreme northern Africa. Their preferred habitat includes open wooded lands where they establish nest territories during April. Not limited to Welsh borders alone, Lower Saxony in Germany is another destination where you can witness these awe-inspiring aerial displays by Red Kites. Soaring high above their nesting grounds during springtime evokes a sense of wonderment at nature's wonders. Whether observed at Gigrin Farm or other RSPB sites across Wales like Rhayader Powys or even within UK territory itself - each sighting offers a unique glimpse into their world. Some individuals sport wing tags that aid researchers' efforts to monitor population growth and migration patterns. Throughout different seasons such as November when autumn colors paint the landscape or any time throughout the year - witnessing a Red Kite mid-flight is an experience that leaves onlookers spellbound by its gracefulness and power combined. So next time you find yourself gazing towards the heavens, keep an eye out for these magnificent creatures.