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Bustards Collection (#2)

"Bustards: Majestic Birds of Extramadura, Spain" In the vast plains of Extramadura, Spain, a magnificent creature roams - the Great Bustard

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult female, in flight, Extremadura, Spain, September

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult female, in flight, Extremadura, Spain, September

Background imageBustards Collection: Birdwatchers with telescopes and binoculars, scanning for Great Bustard (Otis tarda) from ridge

Birdwatchers with telescopes and binoculars, scanning for Great Bustard (Otis tarda) from ridge, Andalucia, Spain, May

Background imageBustards Collection: Australian Bustard (Ardeotis australis) adult female, walking in open fields, Bustard Downs

Australian Bustard (Ardeotis australis) adult female, walking in open fields, Bustard Downs, Atherton Tableland, Great Dividing Range, Queensland, Australia, October

Background imageBustards Collection: Macqueens Bustard (Houbara) 10/12/1962. Photo by Eric Hosking

Macqueens Bustard (Houbara) 10/12/1962. Photo by Eric Hosking

Background imageBustards Collection: Macqueens Bustard (Houbara) Near Minsmere Suffolk 10/12/1962. Photo by Eric Hosking

Macqueens Bustard (Houbara) Near Minsmere Suffolk 10/12/1962. Photo by Eric Hosking

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) footprints in bare field, Castilla y Leon, Spain, March

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) footprints in bare field, Castilla y Leon, Spain, March

Background imageBustards Collection: Little Bustard (Tetrax tetrax) winter flock, in flight, Spain, January

Little Bustard (Tetrax tetrax) winter flock, in flight, Spain, January

Background imageBustards Collection: Two Kori Bustards, Ardeotis kori, white shaggy necks and brown crests, standing in long grass

Two Kori Bustards, Ardeotis kori, white shaggy necks and brown crests, standing in long grass, rear view

Background imageBustards Collection: Karoo Bustard (Eupodotis vigorsii) adult male, standing amongst scrub, Karoo N. P

Karoo Bustard (Eupodotis vigorsii) adult male, standing amongst scrub, Karoo N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, October
Karoo Bustard (Eupodotis vigorsii) adult male, standing amongst scrub, Karoo N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, October

Background imageBustards Collection: Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) adult, close-up of backlit head and body, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) adult, close-up of backlit head and body, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Kalahari Gemsbok N.P. Northern Cape, South Africa, October

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) flock, in flight, Northern Spain, November

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) flock, in flight, Northern Spain, November

Background imageBustards Collection: Black-bellied Bustard (Lissotis melanogaster) adult male, standing in savannah, Masai Mara, Kenya

Black-bellied Bustard (Lissotis melanogaster) adult male, standing in savannah, Masai Mara, Kenya, August

Background imageBustards Collection: Buff-crested Bustard (Lophotis gindiana) adult male, walking in dry bush, Kenya, October

Buff-crested Bustard (Lophotis gindiana) adult male, walking in dry bush, Kenya, October

Background imageBustards Collection: Stanleys Bustard (Neotis denhami stanleyi) adult male, displaying, Bontebok N. P

Stanleys Bustard (Neotis denhami stanleyi) adult male, displaying, Bontebok N. P. Western Cape, South Africa, September
Stanleys Bustard (Neotis denhami stanleyi) adult male, displaying, Bontebok N.P. Western Cape, South Africa, September

Background imageBustards Collection: MacQueen's Bustard (Chlamydotis macqueenii) adult, standing on sand, Israel

MacQueen's Bustard (Chlamydotis macqueenii) adult, standing on sand, Israel

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) flock, standing amongst weeds in sunflower field, Northern Spain, july

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) flock, standing amongst weeds in sunflower field, Northern Spain, july

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) immature male, walking, Extremadura, Spain, april

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) immature male, walking, Extremadura, Spain, april

Background imageBustards Collection: Little Bustard (Tetrax tetrax) Nest with four eggs

Little Bustard (Tetrax tetrax) Nest with four eggs

Background imageBustards Collection: Arabian Bustard (Ardeotis arabs) adult, walking amongst long grass, Awash N. P

Arabian Bustard (Ardeotis arabs) adult, walking amongst long grass, Awash N. P. Afar Region, Ethiopia
Arabian Bustard (Ardeotis arabs) adult, walking amongst long grass, Awash N.P. Afar Region, Ethiopia

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, in flight, taking off, Extremadura, Spain

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, in flight, taking off, Extremadura, Spain

Background imageBustards Collection: Canarian Houbara Bustard (Chlamydotis undulata fuertaventurae) adult, feeding, Fuerteventura

Canarian Houbara Bustard (Chlamydotis undulata fuertaventurae) adult, feeding, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, march

Background imageBustards Collection: Black-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis melanogaster) adult male, calling, in courtship display

Black-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis melanogaster) adult male, calling, in courtship display, Serengeti N. P
Black-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis melanogaster) adult male, calling, in courtship display, Serengeti N.P. Tanzania, november

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, walking, Extremadura, Spain, april

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, walking, Extremadura, Spain, april

Background imageBustards Collection: Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) adult male, walking on grassland, Savute, Chobe N. P. Botswana

Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) adult male, walking on grassland, Savute, Chobe N. P. Botswana
Kori Bustard (Ardeotis kori) adult male, walking on grassland, Savute, Chobe N.P. Botswana

Background imageBustards Collection: Northern Black Bustard (Eupodotis afroides) adult male, calling, standing in evening sunlight

Northern Black Bustard (Eupodotis afroides) adult male, calling, standing in evening sunlight, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) juvenile, walking on ploughed field, Northern Spain, july

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) juvenile, walking on ploughed field, Northern Spain, july

Background imageBustards Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) immature males, flock walking, Extremadura, Spain, april

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) immature males, flock walking, Extremadura, Spain, april




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"Bustards: Majestic Birds of Extramadura, Spain" In the vast plains of Extramadura, Spain, a magnificent creature roams - the Great Bustard. With its impressive size and striking appearance, this male bustard commands attention as it struts through its natural habitat. Captured in BI002601, a captivating photograph showcases the grandeur of this remarkable bird. As dawn breaks over the horizon, another breathtaking scene unfolds - "Bustards at Sunrise (litho). " The soft hues of orange and pink paint the sky as these graceful birds emerge from their slumber to greet a new day. Their presence adds an ethereal touch to nature's canvas. Transporting us back in time is "Crane, stone curlew and bustards, " a masterpiece created in 1915 with watercolor and bodycolor on paper. This artwork captures not only the beauty but also the diversity found within these grasslands. Watercolors come alive once again in "Great Bustards (w/c on paper), " showcasing every intricate detail of these avian wonders. Each brushstroke brings out their unique features - from their long necks to their distinctive plumage. Witnessing nature's spectacle firsthand is truly awe-inspiring; such was experienced by photographers who captured moments like "Male Great bustard displaying. " In April 2009, La Serena became witness to an extraordinary courtship dance performed by male Great Bustards. These images depict their elaborate displays that mesmerize both potential mates and human observers alike. Not limited to Extremadura alone are these incredible creatures; they can be found camouflaged amidst Portugal's grasslands too. Picture No. 11993354 reveals a juvenile Little Bustard blending seamlessly into its surroundings – a testament to nature's ingenuity. Whether displayed against vibrant sunsets or hidden amongst tall grasses, bustards captivate our imagination with their elegance and resilience.