Pedretti Collection

Scarlet ibis, sacred ibis and candytuft
Scarlet ibis, Eudocimus ruber 2, African sacred ibis, Threskiornis aethiopicus 3, 4, and candytuft, Iberis sempervirens 1. iberide, ibis rouge, ibis sacre

Harpy eagle, Brazilian merganser, Harpalus
Harpy eagle, Harpia harpyja 3, Brazilian merganser, Mergus octosetaceus, critically endangered 4, Harpalus beetle 1, and harp snail, Harpa major 2. Harpale, harpe, harpie, harle

Marshmallow and purple honeycreeper
Marshmallow, Althaea officinalis 1, and purple honeycreeper, Cyanerpes caeruleus 2. Guimauve, Guitguit. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A

Fairyfly, southern white-fringed antwren
Fairyfly, Mymar pulchellum 1, southern white-fringed antwren, Formicivora grisea 2 and black-throated antbird, Myrmophylax atrothorax melanura 3. Myiotheres

Eurasian blue tit, Cyanoses caeruleus, and egg, and long-tailed tit, Aegithalos caudatus, with nest and egg. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries

Western grasswren and blackbird
Western grasswren, Amytornis textilis 1 and common blackbird with nest and eggs, Turdus merula 2. Merion, Merle commun. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries

Superb lyrebird and false azalea
Superb lyrebird, Menura novaehollandiae, and false azalea, Menziesia ferruginea, (Rhododendron menziesii). Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries

Indigo plant and indri
Indigo plant, Indigofera atropurpurea 1-3, and indri or babakoto, Indri indri, critically endangered lemur 4. Indigotier, indri. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A

Cape hare and manna ash
Cape hare, Lepus capensis 2, and manna ash, Fraxinus ornus 1. Manne, Mannet ou Helamys. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d

Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common gull, Larus canus 2. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A

Mantis species, tiger beetle and mantidfly
European mantis, Mantis religiosa 1, leaf mantis, Choeradodis rhomboidea 2, tiger beetle, Manticora latipennis 3, mantidfly, Mantispa styriaca 4. Mante, Manicore, Mantispe

Menelaus blue morpho butterfly, Morpho menelaus, caterpillar and pupa. Morpho menelas. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard

Mygalomorph trapdoor spider and its nest, and beetles, Mylabris species. Mygale pioniere et son nid, Mylabres. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles

Iron mines near Clausthal and mountain hikers
Iron mines in the Hartz mountains near Clausthal, Germany, and hikers crossing rivers, mountains and glaciers. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A

Snakes head fritillary, hummingbird fuchsia and seaweeds
Snakes head fritillary, Fritillaria meleagris 1, hummingbird fuchsia, Fuchsia magellanica 2, toothed wrack, Fucus serratus 3 and Fucus siliqueux 4. Fritillaire, Fuchsie, Fucus

Gentian, clavaria, centipede and scarab beetle
Stemless gentian, Gentiana acaulis 1, Clavaria ophioglossoides 2, centipede, Geophilus walckenaerii 3 and scarab beetle, Geotrupes momus 4. Gentiane, Geoglosse, Geophile, Geotrupe

Gumbo-limbo, sea fan coral and cuckoopint
Gumbo-limbo, Bursera simaruba 1, broad sea fan coral or warty gorgonian, Eunicella verrucosa 2, and cuckoopint, Arum maculatum 3. Gomart, Gorgone, Gouet

Rushes, pipewort and rush daffodil
Jointed rush, Juncus articulatus 1, toad rush, Juncus bufonius 2, pipewort, Paepalanthus dendroides 3, and rush daffodil, Narcissus jonquilla 4. Jones, Joncinelle, Jonquille

Rye grass, African corn lily and jungle geranium
Perennial rye grass, Lolium perenne 1, 2, spotted African corn lily, Ixia maculata var. fuscocitrina 3, 4 and jungle geranium, Ixora coccinea 5-7. Ivraie, Ixie, Ixore

Maize or sweetcorn, Zea mays. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle

Sea snails and mushrooms
Sea snails, Diacavolinia limbata and Diacria trispinosa 1-10, and Hydnum mushrooms, hedgehog mushroom, Hydnum repandum 14, coral tooth mushroom, Hericium coralloides 12, etc. Hyales, Hydnes

Jasmine and Short-toed Eagle, 18th or 19th century(?). Artist: Pedretti
Jasmine and Short-toed Eagle, 18th or 19th century(?)

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"Discover the Enchanting World of Pedretti: A Tapestry of Nature's Wonders" Step into a realm where vibrant colors and fascinating creatures intertwine, as we embark on a journey through the captivating world of Pedretti. From the Scarlet ibis with its fiery plumage to the elegant Sacred ibis gracefully wading in tranquil waters, nature's palette comes alive. As we wander deeper into this enchanting realm, our eyes are met by Candytuft, delicate flowers adorning fields like scattered gems. The Harpy eagle soars above us, majestic and powerful, while the Brazilian merganser glides effortlessly across shimmering rivers. Harpalus scurries along forest floors with unmatched agility. A symphony of Marshmallow hues fills the air as Purple honeycreepers flit among tropical blooms. Fairyflies dance delicately amidst leaves alongside Southern white-fringed antwrens - tiny wonders hidden within lush foliage. Eurasian blue tits bring a touch of azure to ancient woodlands; their melodious songs echoing through towering trees. Western grasswrens hop playfully amidst golden plains while blackbirds serenade dusk with their soulful melodies. Witness the extraordinary mimicry skills of Superb lyrebirds as they imitate sounds from their surroundings flawlessly - an ode to nature's ingenuity. False azaleas bloom vibrantly under their watchful gaze. Indigo plants paint meadows in shades that rival twilight skies; indris leap nimbly through dense rainforests with grace unmatched. Cape hares dart across open landscapes adorned by Manna ash trees' bountiful gifts. Goliath beetles showcase strength and splendor; Goliathus goliatus reigns supreme amongst its kin while common mantises, tiger beetles, and mantidflies display intricate forms and hunting prowess. The Menelaus blue morpho butterfly enchants all who behold its iridescent wings, a true marvel of nature's artistry.