Falconiformes Collection (#7)

King Vulture -Sarcoramphus papa-, adult, native to South America, captive

Common Kestrel -Falco tinnunculus-, adult male on tree, Western Cape, South Africa

White-tailed Eagle or Sea Eagle -Haliaeetus albicilla- in flight, with a pike in its talons, Mecklenburg Lake District, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

Barn Owl -Tyto alba- passing a mouse to a young bird

Barn Owl -Tyto alba- in flight in a barn

Barn Owl -Tyto alba- shortly after delivering a shrew to a young bird

Little owl -Athene noctua-, Hortobagy, Hungary, Europe

Lappet-faced Vulture or Nubian Vulture -Aegypius tracheliotus, Torgos tracheliotus-

Western Marsh Harrier -Circus aeruginosus-, Feldberg Lake District Nature Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

White-tailed Eagles -Haliaeetus albicilla- fighting on an autumn meadow, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

White-tailed Eagle -Haliaeetus albicilla- on an autumn meadow, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

White-tailed Eagle -Haliaeetus albicilla- in flight in an autumn landscape, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

White-tailed Eagles -Haliaeetus albicilla- on an autumn meadow, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland

Bald Eagle -Haliaeetus leucocephalus-, captive, Bavaria, Germany

Buzzard -Buteo buteo-, adult on perch, Western Cape, South Africa

Lappet-faced Vultures -Aegypius tracheliotus, Torgos tracheliotus-, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Secretary Bird -Sagittarius serpentarius-, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Polyborus plancus, Crested Caracara, side view

Two vultures perching on treetop, brown body, bald pink head, hooked beak, blue sky in background

Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax) taking off, wings spread, front view

Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura) perching on branch with wings raised, side view

Zoology: Birds, Honey Buzzard (Pernis apivorus), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Honey Buzzard (Pernis apivorus), illustration

Australian osprey (Pandion haliaetus cristatus), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Australian osprey (Pandion haliaetus cristatus). Engraving by John Gould

Low angle view of a golden eagle gripping a rat (Aquila chrysaetos)
Zoology: Birds - Falconiformes - Flying golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) grips prey. Art work

Zoology: Birds, Black Kite (Milvus migrans) flying, illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Black Kite (Milvus migrans) flying, illustration

Close-up of an eagle looking down
Zoology: Birds - Falconiformes - Eagles field of vision (250). Art work

Side view of a Turkey Vulture, Cathartes aura, perching on a branch, with the wings held above its body. Also visible is the red, scaly dry skin of the head, seen here in profile

Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) in flight, front view

Side view of a Bateleur, Terathopius ecaudutus, perched on a branch and facing forwards

Side view of a Harriss Hawk, Parabuteo unicintus, perched on a branch with its head looking downwards

Three Peregrine Falcon eggs, with buff groundstill visible under ruddy brown markings

Angled rear view of Vulture, brown body, bald pink and white head, white feet, standing on short grass, looking over shoulder towards camera

Front view of an Imperial Eagle, Aquila heliaca, perched on a branch with its head in profile

African Red-tailed Buzzard (Buteo auguralis) in flight with both wings raised, side view

Side view of an Imperial Eagle, Aquila heliaca, perched on a branch

Lanner Falcon (Falco biarmiscu) in flight, wings spread, eyes fixed on the prey

Golden Eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, perched on rock, front view

Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) in flight, side view

Side view of a Long-legged Buzzard, Buteo rufinus, perched on a branch

Zoology: Birds, Falconiformes, Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus), Montagus Harrier (Circus pygargus), Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus), illustration Biology

Zoology: Birds, Bonellis Eagle (Hieraaetus fasciatus), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Bonellis Eagle (Hieraaetus fasciatus), illustration

Zoology: Birds, Eurasian Black Vulture (Aegypius monachus), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Eurasian Black Vulture (Aegypius monachus), illustration

Zoology: Birds, Lanner Falcon (Falco biarmicus), illustration Biology, Zoology

Birds: Secretary Bird, (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes)
Zoology - Birds - Secretary Bird (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes, Merops nubicus), illustration

Brown falcon (Falco berigora occidentalis), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Brown falcon (Falco berigora occidentalis). Engraving by John Gould

Zoology: Birds, Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni), illustration

Collared sparrowhawk (Accipiter cirrocephalus), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Collared sparrowhawk (Accipiter cirrocephalus). Engraving by John Gould

Zoology: Birds, Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Falconiformes - Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), illustration

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"Falconiformes: Majestic Birds of Prey in Action" Witness the awe-inspiring flight of the Common Buzzard -Buteo buteo- as it soars through the Swabian Alb biosphere reserve in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Its wings spread wide, effortlessly gliding across the sky. Explore the ancient art of falconry with a glimpse into falconry equipment used to train these magnificent creatures. The bond between humans and birds is truly remarkable. In Lauvsnes, Flatanger, Nord-Trondelag, Trondelag, Norway, behold the White-tailed Eagle or Sea Eagle -Haliaeetus albicilla- poised to snatch a fish from its watery domain. A true symbol of power and grace. Venture into Tyrol, Austria's Stubai Valley and catch sight of the Northern Goshawk -Accipiter gentilis-. With its piercing gaze and swift movements, this bird epitomizes stealth and precision. Even during winter in Germany, witness another mesmerizing display by the Common Buzzard -Buteo buteo-, defying harsh conditions as it gracefully navigates through icy winds. Marvel at Falco rusticolus or gyrfalcon as it soars high above vast landscapes. This arctic predator showcases both strength and agility in its pursuit for survival. Experience nature's spectacle as a flock of Common Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) creates an enchanting murmuration while being pursued by a Peregrine Falcon. Witness their synchronized dance against an ever-changing canvas. Observe parental dedication as an adult Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) lands at its nest with hungry chicks in Vaala, Finland. These skilled hunters ensure their offspring's survival amidst challenging environments.