Colaptes Collection

Colaptes auratus, northern flicker
Plate 37 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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Northern Flicker - with female Hairy Woodpecker (Colaptes auratus) Date:

Fernandinas flicker (Colaptes fernandinae), Cuba, endemic species

Northern flicker (Colaptes auratus) perched, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. July

Chilean flicker posing on a fence in Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Argentina

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A Northern Flicker (red-shafted) (Colaptes auratus) Date: 27/07/2006

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A Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus) checks out the view from a prospective cavity. Date: 27/07/2006

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A Northern (red-shafted) Flicker (Colaptes auratus) Date: 27/07/2006

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Canada, British Columbia near Kamloops, Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus), red-shafted flicker, adult emerging from nest cavity in tree trunk, June Date: 26/08/2005

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Canada, British Columbia. Male adult Red-shafted Flicker (Colaptes auratus) flies from nest with fecal sac. Date: 13/12/2006

Gilded flicker (Colaptes chrysoides) flying to feed on nectar from Saguaro blossoms (Carnegiea gigantea), Sonoran desert, Arizona

Gilded flicker (Colaptes chrysoides) feeding on Saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) blossom nectar, Sonoran desert, Arizona, USA

Northern flicker, Colaptes auratus. Flicker, male 1, female 2. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report on the Birds of

Red-headed woodpecker, Melanerpes erythrocephalus, male 1, female 2, young 3. Chromolithograph after an ornithological illustration by John James Audubon from Benjamin Harry Warrens Report

Common kingfisher, Alcedo ispida, and northern flicker or yellowhammer, Colaptes auratus. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys

Fernandinas flicker (Colaptes fernandinae) at hole in tree, Cuba. Vulnerable species

Female Northern Flicker (Colaptes Auratus) Greeted By Young In Nest In The Cavity Of A Tree; New Mexico, Usa

Spot-breasted woodpecker or least woodpecker, Colaptes punctigula.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800

Northern flicker, Colaptes auratus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

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Northern Flicker at nest New York, USA Date:

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Gilded Flicker - Foraging for nectar at the flower of a Giant Saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea). (Colaptes chrysoides) Date:

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Northern Flicker - Adult female on suet feeder - A large woodpecker of woodlands (Colaptes auratus) Date:

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Northern Flicker - Yellow-shafted race (Colaptes auratus) Date:

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Northern Flicker - Yellow-shafted race (Colaptes auratus) Date:

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Northern Flicker - Yellow-shafted race (Colaptes auratus) Date:

Colaptes pitius, Chilean flicker
Plate 32 from Louis-Isidore Duperreys Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, (1826). From drawings made during his voyage to Chile, Peru, Polynesia, Indoneasia

Picoides villosus, Melanerpes lewis, M. carolinus, Sphyrapic
Plate 416 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Northern Flicker
JZ-2122 Northern Flicker Colaptes auratus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The Colaptes, also known as the northern flicker, is a fascinating bird species that can be found in various parts of the world. One such subspecies is the Fernandinas flicker (Colaptes fernandinae), which is endemic to Cuba. This particular picture (No. 10885320) showcases its unique features and vibrant plumage. Another stunning image captures a Northern flicker perched in Acadia National Park, Maine, USA during the month of July. The bird's distinctive markings stand out against the lush greenery of its surroundings. In Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Argentina, a Chilean flicker strikes a pose on a fence. Its striking colors and confident stance make for an eye-catching sight. Moving on to another variant within this species, we have the gilded flicker (Colaptes chrysoides). Picture DDE-90037405 shows this beautiful bird in flight as it heads towards Saguaro blossoms to feed on nectar. These birds play an important role in pollination while enjoying their sweet treat. Picture DDE-90037404 captures another moment with the gilded flicker; this time it is seen feeding directly from a Saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). Their specialized beaks allow them to extract insects and sap from these desert giants. As we explore more images from nature's gallery, picture DDE-90037403 showcases yet another gilded flicker flying gracefully amidst its natural habitat. These birds are not only visually appealing but also contribute significantly to maintaining ecological balance. Lastly, pictures DDE-90027870 and DDE-90027848 depict different angles of these magnificent creatures perched on branches or tree trunks. Their distinct patterns and vivid colors make them truly captivating subjects for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike.