Mollissima Collection

Picture No. 11980652
Common Eider male in breeding plumage Iceland Date:

EIDER (MORRIS)
EIDER (Somateria mollissima) Mollissima means very soft, and this birds down is favoured for bedding. Date: 1851

DDE-90034194
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen, Longyearbyen. Common eider, Somateria mollissima, flock of females resting on the tundra in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

DDE-90034058
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen, Sassenfjorden. Common eider, Somateria mollissima, flock in flight along the coast in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

DDE-90029121
Kingdom of Denmark, Faroe Islands (aka Foroyar), Island of Streymoy. Common male Eider duck (WILD: Somateria mollissima) famous for it's thick down. Date: 21/05/2008

Barn owl, Tyto alba, and eider duck, Somateria mollissima. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolph Fries after an illustration by A

Banana passionfruit, Passiflora mollissima (Soft-leaved tacsonia, Tacsonia mollissima). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards

Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho)
6016771 Palmipedes, Swimming Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palmipedes, Swimming Birds)

Picture No. 11014653
Common Eider - flock of males in flight taking off from water Iceland (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - flock of males about to take off from water Iceland (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - male with iceberg Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Iceland (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - post breeding flock of males in fjord West Fjords, Iceland (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - drake swimming (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10883926
Common Eider - Drake and Two Females Resting (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - drake in flight (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eider - female resting on seaweed at low tide (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10894414
Common Eider - pair swimming (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10884096
Eider - male on rock - looking out to sea (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10884097
Eider - on nest (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10884001
Common Eider - Chicks (Somateria mollissima) Date:

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Common Eiders on Ice Flow (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Picture No. 10901107
Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) Date:

Female Eider Duck at nest on the Farne Islands. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1953

Male Eider duck on seaweed - Scotland

Male Eider duck standing on seaweed - Scotland

Common Eider ducks, male and female swimming in sea, Jura, Sotland

Rosa Mollissima
rosa mollissima (soft-leaved rose)

Common Eider - taking flight in winter. February at Barnegat Light, NJ, USA
JZ-3708 Common Eider - taking flight in winter. February at Barnegat Light, NJ, USA Somateria mollissima Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Common Eider, Somateria mollissima. Female. Cape Cod in October
JZ-3280 Common Eider - Female. Cape Cod in October. USA Somateria mollissima Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Eider, Somateria mollissima. Male. Cape Cod MA in October
JZ-3276 Common Eider - Male. Cape Cod MA in October, USA Somateria mollissima Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Mollissima: The Graceful Beauty of Nature" In the enchanting world of wildlife, one can find extraordinary creatures that captivate our hearts and minds. Among them is the magnificent mollissima, a name that evokes elegance and tranquility. Picture No. 11980652 reveals a mesmerizing scene where two distinct species coexist harmoniously – the Barn owl, Tyto alba, and the eider duck, Somateria mollissima. DDE-90034194, DDE-90034058, and DDE-90029121 are codes that unlock glimpses into this captivating realm. As we delve deeper into their significance, we discover an array of wonders awaiting us. The Banana passionfruit Passiflora mollissima adds a touch of exoticism to this narrative. Its vibrant colors and succulent taste bring forth a sense of adventure as we explore nature's bountiful offerings. Palmipedes or swimming birds (colour litho) depicted in Picture No. 11014653 showcase the gracefulness with which these creatures navigate through water bodies effortlessly. Their streamlined bodies glide across tranquil lakes and rivers like poetry in motion. Picture No. 11014651 captures a moment frozen in time – an exquisite portrait showcasing every intricate detail of the mollissima's plumage. Each feather seems meticulously placed by nature's hand itself; it is truly awe-inspiring. As we gaze upon Picture No. 11014652 and Picture No. 11014650, we witness moments filled with serenity amidst lush landscapes where these remarkable beings call home. Mollissima encompasses more than just its literal meaning; it represents an entire ecosystem teeming with life and wonderment beyond measure.