Goldcrest Collection (#2)

Goldcrest - Reg ulus crista tus, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Goldcrest - Reg ulus crista tus, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

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Goldcrest - adult bird - Sweden Date:

Picture No. 12010497
Goldcrest - adult bird - Sweden Date:

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Goldcrest - adult bird - Sweden Date:

Goldcrest, Regulus regulus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Golden crested wren, Sylvia regulus, Motacilla regulus, Goldcrest, Regulus regulus.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus), adult male

Golden Crested Regulus, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell
XJF486314 Golden Crested Regulus, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell, first published 1843 (woodcut) by Yarrell

BLACKBURN: BIRDS, 1895. Golden-Crested Wren. Illustration by Jemima Blackburn, 1895

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Goldcrest - singing from Larch tree (Regulus regulus) Date:

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Goldcrest - in Larch tree (Regulus regulus) Date:

Goldcrest - Aviemore Scotland. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1939

Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) Goldcrest, close-up of leaves, in garden, Suffolk, England, August

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, perched on twig, Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Reserve, River Yare, The Broads N. P
Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, perched on twig, Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Reserve, River Yare, The Broads N.P. Norfolk, England, November

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult male, feeding chicks at nest, nesting in Leyland Cypress (Cupressus x leylandii), England, June

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) in flight, side view

Regulus regulus, goldcrest
Plate from Paul Jerrards Gems for the Drawing Room:(British) Birds (1852). Hand coloured lithograph

Regulus cristatus, goldcrest
Plate 69 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, in flight, leaving nest, England

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, singing, perched on pine twig, Suffolk, England, april

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, perched on pine twig, Suffolk, England, april

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult, migrant, standing on ground, Holme, Norfolk, England, november

Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) adult female, perched on rock, Fair Isle, Shetland Islands, Scotland, october

Goldcrest - at nest
SR-596 Goldcrest - at nest Regulus regulus Sid Roberts Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - in display pose - Bedfordshire UK 9496
BB-2103 Goldcrest - in display pose Bedfordshire UK Regulus regulus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - picking up crumbs from below bird table in a hard frost - January - Breckland - Norfolk - UK
CK-4547 Goldcrest - picking up crumbs from below bird table in a hard frost January - Breckland - Norfolk - UK Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Goldcrest - perched in Common Larch - Breckland - Norfolk - UK
CK-4549 Goldcrest - perched in Common Larch Breckland - Norfolk - UK Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - perched in Norway Spruce early April - Breckland - Norfolk - UK
CK-4551 Goldcrest - perched in Norway Spruce early April Breckland - Norfolk - UK. Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldcrest - on the North Norfolk coast perched in Scots Pine early morning - November - North Norfolk - U. K
CK-4552 Goldcrest - on the North Norfolk coast perched in Scots Pine early morning November - North Norfolk - U.K. Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display

Goldcrest -perched in Scots Pine - April - Breckland - Norfolk - U. K
CK-4548 Goldcrest -perched in Scots Pine April - Breckland - Norfolk - U.K. Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldcrest - perched in Leyland Cypress - Breckland - Norfolk - UK
CK-4550 Goldcrest - perched in Leyland Cypress Breckland - Norfolk - UK Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldcrest - picking food from titmice feeder in winter, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4113 Goldcrest - picking food from titmice feeder in winter Lower Saxony, Germany Regulus regulus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldfinch and Blue Tit - (Parus caeruleus), feeding on seed station, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4116 Goldfinch and Blue Tit - (Parus caeruleus), feeding on seed station Lower Saxony, Germany Carduelis carduelis Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldcrest - flickering wings in display, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4114 Goldcrest - flickering wings in display Lower Saxony, Germany Regulus regulus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Goldcrest - searching for food in fir tree, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4115 Goldcrest - searching for food in fir tree Lower Saxony, Germany Regulus regulus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Goldcrest - at nest with young
CK-1408 GOLDCREST - and chicks in nest Regulus regulus Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Goldcrest RTS 1371 At nest Regulus regulus © Robert T. Smith / ARDEA LONDON
RTS-1371 GOLDCREST - at nest in conifer Nest lined with feathers Regulus regulus R T Smith Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - singing - Bedfordshire - UK 007639
BB-1837 Goldcrest - singing Bedfordshire - UK Regulus regulus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - singing from bramble - Bedfordshire - UK 007459
BB-1808 Goldcrest - singing from bramble Bedfordshire - UK Regulus regulus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - singing from fir tree - Bedfordshire - UK 007458
BB-1807 Goldcrest - singing from fir tree Bedfordshire - UK Regulus regulus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - October Oxon, UK
RES-431 Goldcrest - October Oxon, UK Regulus regulus George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goldcrest - on branch
AP-835 GOLDCREST - on branch Regulus regulus Dennis Avon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Migrating Goldcrests - Roosting under a watertank
RTS-1740 Migrating Goldcrests - Roosting under a watertank Regulus regulus R T Smith Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The Goldcrest, scientifically known as Regulus regulus, is a captivating autumn migrant that graces the landscapes of Northumberland in October. This tiny bird holds a special place in the realm of natural history and avian enthusiasts. With its vibrant colors and delicate features, the goldcrest has been immortalized in various engravings throughout history. One such engraving from 1896 depicts both the Goldcrest and Firecrest side by side, showcasing their exquisite beauty. Another engraving showcases the goldcrest's nest and eggs, highlighting its role as a diligent parent within the avian world. In terms of companionship, this enchanting creature shares its habitat with other notable birds like the Nightingale, cinereous tit, and great tit. Together they create an orchestra of melodies that fill the air during their seasonal visits. From Suffolk to West Wales UK, sightings of these majestic creatures have been reported far and wide. In April, male goldcrests proudly display their crests while perched on trees or exploring new territories. Not limited to just British shores, these delightful birds can also be found in Uto, Finland where they bring joy to observers amidst picturesque surroundings. Their presence adds a touch of magic to any landscape they grace. Even historical lithographs from 1897 depict eggs belonging to European birds including those of the goldcrest - a testament to their significance within ornithological studies. Additionally, chromolithographs from 1887 showcase intriguing interactions between dead goldcrests and burying beetles; reminding us that even after death these small creatures continue to play important roles within ecosystems. Dating back as early as c1850 (1856), depictions of Golden Crested Wrens highlight how long humans have marveled at this species' elegance and charm throughout time.