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Sunbird Collection

The sunbird, also known as the Resplendent quetzal or Pharomachrus mocinno, is a true marvel of nature

Background imageSunbird Collection: Resplendent quetzal, Pharomachrus mocinno

Resplendent quetzal, Pharomachrus mocinno, and purple-rumped sunbird, Nectarinia zeylonica.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary

Background imageSunbird Collection: Olive-backed Sunbird - colourful male adult sitting on a branch showing off its brightly coloured

Olive-backed Sunbird - colourful male adult sitting on a branch showing off its brightly coloured throat - Queensland
SAS-1599 Olive-backed / Yellow-bellied Sunbird - colourful male Queensland, Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, Australia Nectarinia jugularis Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for

Background imageSunbird Collection: Three Crimson Sunbirds, 1780. Creator: Aert Schouman

Three Crimson Sunbirds, 1780. Creator: Aert Schouman
Three Crimson Sunbirds, 1780

Background imageSunbird Collection: Nectarinia afra (Greater double-collared sunbird), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Nectarinia afra (Greater double-collared sunbird), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Nectarinia afra (Greater double-collared sunbird), 1777-1786

Background imageSunbird Collection: Amethyst sunbird 12-day chicks in nest_DSC5788

Amethyst sunbird 12-day chicks in nest_DSC5788
Amethyst / Black Sunbird - chicks begging from nest attached to Christmas fairy lights on verandah of house - chicks 12 days old. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa

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Sunbird
Sina Pezeshki

Background imageSunbird Collection: I Surrender

I Surrender
Iwan Tirtha

Background imageSunbird Collection: Fire-tailed sunbird (Aethopyga ignicauda) perched amongst blossom. North Sikkim, India

Fire-tailed sunbird (Aethopyga ignicauda) perched amongst blossom. North Sikkim, India. April

Background imageSunbird Collection: Southern double-collared sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus), male nectaring on Pincushion protea

Southern double-collared sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus), male nectaring on Pincushion protea (Leucospermum cordifolium). Cape, South Africa. August

Background imageSunbird Collection: Malachite sunbird (Nectarinia famosa) male nectaring on King protea (Protea cynaroides)

Malachite sunbird (Nectarinia famosa) male nectaring on King protea (Protea cynaroides). Cape Province, South Africa. August

Background imageSunbird Collection: Olive-backed sunbird (Nectarinia jugularis) female returning to her nest with nesting material

Olive-backed sunbird (Nectarinia jugularis) female returning to her nest with nesting material, Cape Hillsborough National Park, Queensland, Australia, September

Background imageSunbird Collection: Malachite sunbird (Nectarinia famosa) feding at flower, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Malachite sunbird (Nectarinia famosa) feding at flower, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa, September

Background imageSunbird Collection: Orange-breasted sunbird (Anthobaphes violacea) female on Leucospermum cordifolium

Orange-breasted sunbird (Anthobaphes violacea) female on Leucospermum cordifolium Yellow Bird Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa, September

Background imageSunbird Collection: Southern double-collared sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus), Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Southern double-collared sunbird (Cinnyris chalybeus), Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa, September

Background imageSunbird Collection: Seychelles Sunbird (Cinnyris dussumieri), adult male singing, Praslin Island, Republic

Seychelles Sunbird (Cinnyris dussumieri), adult male singing, Praslin Island, Republic of Seychelles

Background imageSunbird Collection: Tacazze sunbird on Red hot poker, Bale mountains National park, Ethiopia

Tacazze sunbird on Red hot poker, Bale mountains National park, Ethiopia

Background imageSunbird Collection: Palestine Sunbird with Kalistemon

Palestine Sunbird with Kalistemon
Shlomo Waldmann

Background imageSunbird Collection: Sunbirding

Sunbirding
Chiranjib Chakraborty

Background imageSunbird Collection: Male Beautiful sunbird (Cinnyris Pulchellus) courtship display, Allahein River, The Gambia

Male Beautiful sunbird (Cinnyris Pulchellus) courtship display, Allahein River, The Gambia

Background imageSunbird Collection: DDE-90022818

DDE-90022818
Africa. Tanzania. Male Variable Sunbird in Arusha. Date: 26/08/2005

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DDE-90022817
Africa. Tanzania. Female Variable Sunbird in Arusha. Date: 26/08/2005

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DDE-90022679
Africa. Tanzania. Scarlet-Chested Sunbird at Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Date: 26/08/2005

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DDE-90022339
Tanzania, Ndutu. Close-up of scarlet-breasted sunbird on limb. Date: 25/06/2003

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DDE-90022076
Greater Double-collared Sunbird feeds on Pincushion Protea at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens near Capetown, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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DDE-90022078
Greater Double-collared Sunbird feeds on Pincushion Protea at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens near Capetown, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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DDE-90022077
Greater Double-collared Sunbird feeds on Pincushion Protea at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens near Capetown, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

Background imageSunbird Collection: DDE-90022057

DDE-90022057
A Malachite Sunbird feeds on Pincushion Protea at Bushman's Kloof in Western Cape Province, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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DDE-90022033
South Africa, Table Mountain National Park, Lesser Double-Collared Sunbird (Nectarinia chalybea) resting on wildflower bloom in fynbos near Cape of Good Hope Date: 17/07/2007

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DDE-90021154
Africa; Malawi; Mangochi; Lake Malawi; Approaching storm at Club Makakola Date: 09/03/2005

Background imageSunbird Collection: DDE-90019824

DDE-90019824
Kenya, Lake Naivasha. Variable sunbird male on flowers. Date: 11/02/2005

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DDE-90019475
Variable Sunbird, Nectarinia venusta, Aberdare Country Club, Nyeri, Kenya Date: 28/04/2004

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DDE-90019474
Variable Sunbird, Nectarinia venusta, Aberdare Country Club, Nyeri, Kenya Date: 28/04/2004

Background imageSunbird Collection: Kungfu Bird

Kungfu Bird
Lisdiyanto Suhardjo

Background imageSunbird Collection: Fossils of extinct coral

Fossils of extinct coral. Chenendopora fungiformis 1, Chrysaora damaecornis 2, sponge, Eudea clavata 3, stony coral, Lochmaeosmilia radiata 4, tabulate coral, Favosites alcyon 5

Background imageSunbird Collection: Iiwi and greater double-collared sunbird

Iiwi and greater double-collared sunbird
Iiwi, Vestiaria coccinea 1, and greater double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris afer 2. Melitretto propriamente detto o scarlatto, Cinniride a placca rossa

Background imageSunbird Collection: Superb sunbird, Cinnyris superbus

Superb sunbird, Cinnyris superbus (Superb creeper, Certhia superba). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Background imageSunbird Collection: Greater double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris afer

Greater double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris afer (Red-bellied creeper, Certhia erythrogastra). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Background imageSunbird Collection: Scarlet chested sunbird, Chalcomitra senegalensis gutturalis

Scarlet chested sunbird, Chalcomitra senegalensis gutturalis (Purple-throated creeper, Certhia gutturalis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Background imageSunbird Collection: Crimson sunbird, Aethopyga siparaja seheriae

Crimson sunbird, Aethopyga siparaja seheriae (Goulpourah creeper). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822

Background imageSunbird Collection: Western violet-backed sunbird, Anthreptes longuemarei

Western violet-backed sunbird, Anthreptes longuemarei (White-bodied sunbird, Anthreptes leucosoma). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines

Background imageSunbird Collection: Beautiful sunbird, Cinnyris pulchella

Beautiful sunbird, Cinnyris pulchella
Beautiful sunbird or red-breasted sunbird, Cinnyris pulchella. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology

Background imageSunbird Collection: Green-headed sunbird (Lower Guinea), Cyanomitra

Green-headed sunbird (Lower Guinea), Cyanomitra verticalis cyanocephala (Olive-backed sunbird, Cinnyris chloronotus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir

Background imageSunbird Collection: Copper sunbird, Cinnyris cupreus

Copper sunbird, Cinnyris cupreus (Fire-backed sunbird, Cinnyris erythronotus). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library

Background imageSunbird Collection: Beautiful sunbird and common spoonbill

Beautiful sunbird and common spoonbill
Beautiful sunbird, Cinnyris pulchella, and common spoonbill, Platalea leucorodia. Soui-manga et Spatule. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire

Background imageSunbird Collection: Lotens sunbird, female, Cinnyris lotenius

Lotens sunbird, female, Cinnyris lotenius (long-billed souimanga). Handcoloured engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1828

Background imageSunbird Collection: Beautiful sunbird and southern double-collared sunbird

Beautiful sunbird and southern double-collared sunbird
Beautiful sunbird, Cinnyris pulchella, and southern double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris chalybeus. Handcoloured lithograph by Burggraaff from Th

Background imageSunbird Collection: Southern double-collared sunbird and purple-throated sunbird

Southern double-collared sunbird and purple-throated sunbird
Southern double-collared sunbird, Cinnyris chalybeus, and purple-throated sunbird, Leptocoma sperata. Handcoloured lithograph from Th

Background imageSunbird Collection: Bills or beaks, characteristic forms (litho)

Bills or beaks, characteristic forms (litho)
6013607 Bills or beaks, characteristic forms (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bills or beaks, characteristic forms)



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The sunbird, also known as the Resplendent quetzal or Pharomachrus mocinno, is a true marvel of nature. With its vibrant plumage and captivating presence, it never fails to leave onlookers in awe. In the lush rainforests of Queensland's Wet Tropics World Heritage Area in Australia, an Olive-backed Sunbird steals the show. Perched gracefully on a branch, this male adult proudly displays its brightly colored throat, mesmerizing all who catch a glimpse. Palestine Sunbirds find solace amidst the stunning blossoms of Kalistemon flowers. The sight of these delicate creatures hovering near their nectar-filled haven is nothing short of enchanting. Meanwhile, Amethyst sunbird chicks nestle comfortably in their cozy abode for twelve days before spreading their wings and venturing into the world. Their journey begins under the watchful eyes of their doting parents. Olive-backed they are diligent caretakers too; we witness a female returning to her nest with nesting material delicately held in her beak. A testament to maternal instinct and dedication. At Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, a Malachite sunbird flits from flower to flower with grace and precision. Its slender beak expertly extracting nectar while adding beauty to an already breathtaking landscape. An Orange-breasted sunbird perches delicately on Leucospermum cordifolium petals—a harmonious blend of colors that showcases nature's artistry at its finest. In another corner of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden resides the Southern double-collared sunbird—an elegant creature whose iridescent feathers shimmer like precious gemstones under sunlight's caress. On Praslin Island in Seychelles, an adult male Seychelles Sunbird serenades his surroundings with melodic tunes—a symphony that echoes through pristine forests and fills hearts with joy.