Passerine Collection (page 19)

Rose-Breasted Grosbeak, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Joseph Bartholomew Kidd
Rose-Breasted Grosbeak, mid-late 19th century. Copy after John James Audubon

Mistle thrush (Turdus viscivorus) with chick in nest, Northumberland National Park, UK, April

Redwing (Turdus iliacus) feeding on rowan berries, London, UK, January

Great tit (Parus major) perched in magnolia tree, London, UK, April

Marsh tit (Parus palustris) perched on branch, Lorraine, France, March

Magpie (Pica pica) perched on branch in snow, Lorraine, France, January

Pine warbler (Dendroica pinus) male perched in blossoming Peach (Prunus persica) tree. Hill Country, Texas, USA

Blackpoll warbler (Setophaga striata) male perched on Mexican olive (Cordia boissieri). South Padre Island, Texas, USA

Robin (Erithacus rubecula) male singing, perched on branch. Joutsa, Finland. April

Willow tit (Parus montanus) taking off from snowy snag, Kuusamo, Finland December

Bohemian waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus), flock at dusk with moon, Finland, February

Laundress Startled by a Blackbird, 1891. Creator: John Scott
Laundress Startled by a Blackbird, 1891

Elijah Fed by the Raven, c. 1510. Creator: Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo
Elijah Fed by the Raven, c. 1510

Hermit Thrush, 1820. Creator: John James Audubon
Hermit Thrush, 1820

The Farmers Wife and the Raven, 1786. Creator: George Stubbs
The Farmers Wife and the Raven; The Farmers Wife and the Raven, from John Gays " Fables", 1786

Le Corbeau, 1859. Creator: Felix Bracquemond
Le Corbeau, 1859. [The Raven]

Taiwan Bar-wing (Actinodura morrisoniana) an endemic species, feeding on red berry in tree, Lu Shan, Taiwan

Taiwan Yellow tit, (Machlolophus holsti) Lu Shan, Taiwan endemic species

Woodchat shrike (Lanius senator) perched on bramble bush. Donana National Park, Spain. March

Red-backed shrike (Lanius collurio), female with chicks gaping, begging for food, Germany

Australian magpie (Cracticus tibicen), on the ground, with the Melbourne city skyline at sunset in the background. Princess Park, Carlton, Victoria, Australia. July

Beautiful painted buntings, male and female on backyard feeder seen from window

The Flying Raven, Ex Libris for The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe, 1875

Elijah Fed by Ravens, 1549. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
Elijah Fed by Ravens, 1549. After Maarten van Heemskerck

Plate 25, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen &
Plate 25, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Yellow-Breasted Sun Bird, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen &
Yellow-Breasted Sun Bird, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Torquata, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen &
Torquata, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Pitta, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Fiery-Tailed Sun Bird, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen &
Fiery-Tailed Sun Bird, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Rainbow Pitta, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen &
Rainbow Pitta, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Cardinal Grosbeak, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Cardinal Grosbeak, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Barn Swallow, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Barn Swallow, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Chickadee, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Starling, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Snow Bunting, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Snow Bunting, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Bob-o-link, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Bob-o-link, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Mockingbird, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Mockingbird, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Raven, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Blue Bird, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Martin, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Wood Thrush, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen &
Wood Thrush, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Blue Jay, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Goldfinch, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Taiwan yuhinas ( Yuhina brunneiceps ) two perched among flowers, Taiwan. Endemic

Tibetan ground-tit (Pseudopodoces humilis) Angsai Nature Reserve, Sanjiangyuan National Nature Reserve, Tibetan Plateau, Qinghai, China

European robin (Erithacus rubecula) singing. London. January

Golden-browed chlorophonia (Chlorophonia callophrys), two males perched on moss covered branch. Savegre Valley. Costa Rica

Shining honeycreeper (Cyanerpes lucidus) male and Red-legged honeycreeper (Cyanerpes cyaneus) perched on branch with epiphyte. Boca Tapada, Costa Rica

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Passerine birds, also known as perching birds, encompass a diverse range of species that captivate us with their beauty and behavior. From the mesmerizing Starling murmuration to the charming Tui in both its young and adult forms, passerines never fail to amaze. In New Zealand, the Melanistic variant of the enchanting New Zealand Fantail catches our attention with its striking appearance on the left side. Meanwhile, in Norway, we witness an intense mid-air battle between two Jays while another keenly observes. The Common starling murmuration is a sight to behold as hundreds of thousands of these elegant creatures gracefully move together across the sky. However, even they are not exempt from danger as they are pursued by a majestic Peregrine falcon. Traveling to Finland in May brings us face-to-face with a male Whinchat perched proudly on a branch. Its vibrant colors add life to its surroundings. In Suffolk, England during February, an adult Blue Tit finds solace atop larch cones - a true symbol of resilience against harsh winters. Not limited by borders or continents, European starlings gather together forming magnificent flocks wherever they go. And let's not forget about the Old male Asian Paradise Flycatcher whose delicate watercolor depiction showcases nature's artistic prowess. Finally, crossing over to Marion County in Illinois introduces us to an Eastern Bluebird perched confidently on a Bluebird Crossing sign - reminding us that harmony can exist between man-made structures and wildlife. Passerines truly embody nature's splendor through their stunning plumage and captivating behaviors. These glimpses into their lives remind us of how fortunate we are to share this world with such remarkable creatures.