Alauda Arvensis Collection (#2)

Nest of Skylark, c1882, (1912). Artist: Charles Reid
Nest of Skylark, c1882, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

The Skylark, 1849. Artist: David Cox the elder
The Skylark, 1849. Birmingham Museums Trust, Birmingham. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume I, by C. Reginald Grundy and F

The Skylark, 1848. Artist: David Cox the elder
The Skylark, 1848. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume I, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe [Emrose and Sons Ltd

Skylark - Alau da arven sis, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Skylark - Alau da arven sis, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R. Chambers, Limited, London & Edinburgh, 1910]

Skylark -Alauda arvensis-, perched on a grassy plant, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Zoology: Birds, Skylark (Alauda arvensis) building nest, illustration
Zoology - Birds - Passeriformes - Skylark (Alauda arvensis) building nest, illustration

Skylark Alauda arvensis in flight, illustration
Skylark (Alauda arvensis) in flight, illustration

Eurasian skylark, 19th century C013 / 6336
Eurasian skylark (Alauda arvensis). Plate 126 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Alauda arvensis, Eurasian skylark
Plate 15 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Skylark, historical artwork
Skylark. Historical artwork of a skylark (Alauda arvensis). This bird is famed for its warbling song, which it sings during its distinctive display flight

Skylark (Alauda arvensis), Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe (rr)
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The Skylark, scientifically known as Alauda arvensis, is a captivating bird that graces the Norfolk spring with its melodious song. Picture No. 11671271 captures the essence of this beautiful creature in mid-flight, showcasing its graceful movements against the backdrop of a vibrant sky. In 1849, David Cox the elder immortalized the Skylark in his artwork aptly titled "The Skylark, " paying homage to its enchanting presence. This species is often spotted during April in Norfolk, where it takes to the skies and fills the air with its delightful melodies. Apetlon, located near Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland, Austria, offers another picturesque setting for observing these birds. Here you can witness a Skylark perched on a grassy plant while serenading nature with its sweet song. Eggs of European birds were meticulously documented and lithographed in 1897; among them are those belonging to our beloved Skylarks. These eggs serve as a testament to their reproductive cycle and add to their allure. Male Skylarks are particularly striking when captured in flight while singing their hearts out. Denmark Farm in Lampeter, Ceredigion provides an ideal location for witnessing this awe-inspiring display of avian talent. Balranald RSPB reserve also offers an opportunity to observe these vocal creatures up close as they perch on fence posts and fill the surroundings with their melodic tunes. Haytor Down on Dartmoor Devon serves as yet another stage for these magnificent performers during June. The Sky Larks' presence adds an extra touch of magic to this already breathtaking landscape.