Birds And People Collection (page 4)

Man unpacking bird of paradise plumes including Lesser, Greater and Raggiana Birds of Paradise for head dresses at a Sing-sing at Paiya in Western Highlands Papua New Guinea

Red-backed Shrike Lanius collurio cut out from a trappers illegal mist net Cyprus autumn

Transporting chickens to market in a New Delhi suburb India

Christakis an officer from the British Sovereign Base Police at Dekeleia Cyprus extracting an illegally trapped Great Reed Warbler from a mist net in olive grove

Matching cockerels before a cock fight Palawan Philippines

BirdLife Field Officer with limesticks found set illegally in an olive growve in autumn Cyprus

Clan chief at Paiya in Western Highlands with Cassowary head dress Papua New Guinea

Blackacap Sylvia atricapilla caught in trappers illegal mist net Cyprus autumn

Hawker with decorative peacock feather fans being sold to tourists in Jaipur India

Lady in market with male Raggiana Bird of Paradise for sale Mt Hagen Papua New Guinea

Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla being released from limestick by using water to make lime more soluble Cyprus autumn

Victorian pew end depicting small bird Gloucester cathedral

Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis) feeding around people working in fields Uttar Pradesh Northern India

Cockerel used for cock fighting Palawan Philippines

Dalmatian Pelicans Pelicanus cristatus being fed by fisherman at Lake Kerkini Northern Greece February

Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla illegally trapped on limestick for use as ambelopulia Cyprus

Religious feeding of pigeons by Hindus Jodphur India

Tribal performer Western Highlands Papua New Guinea performing at a Sing-sing - Hagen Show Western Highlands Papua New Guinea. Head dress made up of Cassowary plumes and two parrot wings

Dead Turkey Vulture hung in Anhinga Trail car park in Florida Everglades to try and deter Black Vultures landing and vandalising parked cars by pecking out rubber seals around windows and doors

Kunai Sing-sing group from Hagen in Western Highlands performing at the Hagen Show Western Highlands Papua New Guinea Note the Papuan Lorikeet birds in head dress as well as many other bird feathers

Jika tribal dancer having her head dress prepared Paiya Sing-sing Western Highlands Papua New Guinea. Centrepiece is a whole skin of a Blue Bird of Paradise

Sign to Flamingos Restaurant and hotel at Cape Canaveral Florida

Falcon Point Piazza sign located near Peregrine Falcon nest site at The Tate London

Standard depicting a cockerel in cathedra Santo Domingo de la Calzada La Rioja Spain

A depiction of the Pentecostal Annunciation with the Holy Spirit shown as a Dove

The Cock pub sign in Lavenham Suffolk

The Hen House dating from the Gothic Period with a living cock and hen which are changed each month signifies the famous miracle of the pilgrim Hugonell in cathedral Santo Domingo de la Calzada in La

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"Birds and People: A Timeless Connection Across Cultures and Centuries" From ancient Egypt to modern-day Mongolia, birds have captivated the hearts of people throughout history. The intricate details of an Alexander McQueen dress adorned with Magpie motifs pay homage to the enchanting beauty of these feathered creatures. Travel back in time to Thebes, Egypt, where a mural from the tomb-chapel of Nebamun transports us to a world dating back to 1350 - 1400 BC. This nobleman's appreciation for avian life is evident as colorful birds grace the walls, showcasing their significance in Egyptian culture. Across continents, in Hokkaido, Japan, a stained glass window depicts graceful Japanese Cranes. These elegant creatures symbolize longevity and good fortune within Japanese folklore. Delving deeper into history, we discover an intricately decorated Ostrich egg from around 600 BC. Once used as a water container and adorned with exquisite designs, it serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with birds' unique attributes. Moving forward through time brings us to Akhmim during the 5th-7th century AD when textile panels showcased birds intertwined with anhk-crosses – symbols representing life and eternity – weaving together spirituality and nature. Journeying across landscapes takes us to western Mongolia where eagle hunters embark on their way towards the Eagle Hunters festival. Their bond with majestic eagles demonstrates how humans can form deep connections with these magnificent creatures. Closer to home in Norfolk lies an unexpected sight: gulls flocking around rubbish tips during winter months. Herring Gulls and Black-headed Gulls find sustenance amidst human waste—a reminder that our actions impact even those who soar above us. Artistic expressions also celebrate this timeless connection between birds and people; marble relief sculptures like "Leda and the Swan" from the 3rd century AD depict mythical tales intertwining human lives with avian forms.