Common Quail Collection

Natural history, Birds, common quail (Coturnix coturnix)
Vintage engraving of a common quail (Coturnix coturnix) or European quail is a small ground-nesting game bird in the pheasant family Phasianidae. from Francis Orpen Morris, A History of British Birds

Common Quail (colour litho)
3120963 Common Quail (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

The Common Quail, The Andalusian Hemipode (chromolitho)
3644071 The Common Quail, The Andalusian Hemipode (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Common Quail, The Andalusian Hemipode)

Different kinds of quails (coloured engraving)
997649 Different kinds of quails (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

European Francolin, 1864 (colour litho)
998977 European Francolin, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren)

Corn Crake walking, Crex crex

Corn Crake calling, Crex crex

Singing Common Quail, Coturnix coturnix, The Netherlands

Common Quail (Coturnix coturnix) on migration, Coturnix coturnix, Israel

Common Quail sitting in grasland during migration, Coturnix coturnix, Kuwait

Common Quail, Coturnix coturnix, Italy

Gambel's x Scaled Quail Hybrid

Common Quail (Coturnix Coturnix)
Illustration of a Common Quail (Coturnix Coturnix)

Illustration of Common Quail (Coturnix coturnix) with brown and white striped head, close-up

Quail -Coturnix coturnix- chick sitting on gravel road, Namibia

Quail -Coturnix coturnix-, two chicks sitting on a gravel road, Namibia

Coturnix coturnix, common quail
Plate 15 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

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The common quail, scientifically known as Coturnix coturnix, is a fascinating bird with a rich natural history. Its beauty and diversity are captured in various illustrations such as the "Common Quail (colour litho)" and "The Andalusian Hemipode (chromolitho)". These depictions showcase the different kinds of quails through intricately detailed coloured engravings. One remarkable illustration from 1864 portrays the European Francolin in all its glory. The vibrant colours depicted in this lithograph highlight the stunning plumage of this species. Another captivating artwork from around 1860 showcases an array of birds, including our beloved Common Quail. Observing these illustrations gives us insight into the life of this migratory bird. We witness a Singing Common Quail in The Netherlands, serenading its surroundings with its melodious call. In Israel, we find them on their migration journey, taking pit stops to rest before continuing their long flight. During migration season, these resilient creatures can also be found resting amidst grasslands in Kuwait. A striking image captures a Common Quail sitting gracefully among tall blades of grass—a testament to their ability to adapt and survive during their arduous journeys. While often mistaken for other similar birds like Corn Crakes due to their calls and appearance, each species possesses unique characteristics that make them distinct within the avian world. Exploring these captivating illustrations allows us to appreciate the natural history and beauty of common quails—remarkable birds that grace our world with their presence during migrations or while dwelling peacefully among grasslands across various regions.