Prunella Modularis Collection

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) bathing, Wiltshire, UK, April

Hedge sparrow / Dunnock (Prunella modularis) nest with three eggs, nest exposed in hedge by summer hedge cutting, UK

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) perching on tree branch, Belgium. July

May Blossom and a Hedge Sparrows Nest, 1845 (gouache on paper)
BOL93973 May Blossom and a Hedge Sparrows Nest, 1845 (gouache on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 19.7x28.6 cm; Bolton Museum and Art Gallery, Lancashire

Accentor modularis (Dunnock). Creators: John Gould, Henry Constantine Richter
Accentor modularis (Dunnock)

Hedge Sparrow, (Prunella modularis), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Dunnock foraging in garden Netherlands, Prunella modularis

Dunnock with food, Prunella modularis

Dunnock near water, Prunella modularis

Dunnock in twig, Prunella modularis

Dunnock on branch with blossom, Prunella modularis

Dunnock perched, Prunella modularis, The Netherlands

Displaying Dunnock, Prunella modularis

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) singing, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) adult, perched on a branch, Veluwe, The Netherlands

Dunnock (Prunella modularis), Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Dunnock (Prunella modularis), Madrid, Spain

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) male, Switzerland

Dunnock (Prunella modularis), Bavaria, Germany

Dunnock (Prunella modularis), Utrecht, The Netherlands

Just-hatched cuckoo chick pushing dunnocks egg out of nest, view from above

Dunnock, also Hedge Accentor, Hedge Sparrow or Hedge Warbler -Prunella modularis-, Untergroningen, Abtsgmuend, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Dunnock Prunella modularis in song Norfolk spring

Dunnock Prunella modularis Norfolk spring

Dunnock Prunella modularis Kent spring

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"Exploring the Life of Prunella modularis: A Glimpse into the World of European Birds" Step back in time to 1897, when a captivating lithograph showcasing the delicate eggs of European birds was published. Among them, we find the enchanting Dunnock (Prunella modularis), a bird known for its bathing habits captured in Wiltshire, UK, during an April day. Nature's surprises continue as we stumble upon a Hedge Sparrow/Dunnock nest with three precious eggs exposed by summer hedge cutting in the UK. This image reminds us of the resilience and adaptability these birds possess. Venturing further across borders, we discover a Dunnock perched gracefully on a tree branch in Belgium during July. The scene evokes tranquility and showcases their ability to blend seamlessly with their surroundings. Traveling even deeper into history, we encounter an exquisite gouache painting from 1845 depicting May Blossom alongside a Hedge Sparrow's Nest. This artwork beautifully captures nature's harmony and intertwines it with human creativity. The scientific world also pays homage to this remarkable species through works like John Gould and Henry Constantine Richter's creation - Accentor modularis (Dunnock). Their collaboration immortalizes this bird's beauty for generations to come. Fast forward to c1850 when another stunning portrayal of the Hedge Sparrow (Prunella modularis) emerges. This artwork transports us back in time while reminding us that nature has always been an inspiration for artistic expression. But it is not just visual art that celebrates these creatures; their melodic voices resonate throughout different landscapes. From Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, where they sing harmoniously amidst picturesque scenery, to Veluwe where an adult Dunnock proudly perches on a branch - their songs bring joy wherever they go. As our journey continues across Europe, we encounter sightings of Dunnocks in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Madrid, Spain, and even Switzerland.