Hummingbird Collection (#38)

Purple-throated caribs, artwork C013 / 6245
Purple-throated caribs (Eulampis jugularis) feeding on water lilies. Plate 14 from volume 1 of A Monograph of the Trochilidae

White-tailed sabrewings, artwork C013 / 6239
White-tailed sabrewings (Campylopterus ensipennis). Plate 46 from volume 1 of A Monograph of the Trochilidae, or Family of Hummingbirds (1849-1861) by British ornithologist John Gould (1804-1881)

Crimson topaz hummingbirds C013 / 6240
Crimson topaz hummingbirds (Topaza pella). Plate 66 from volume 1 of A Monograph of the Trochilidae, or Family of Hummingbirds (1849-1861) by British ornithologist John Gould (1804-1881)

Pale-tailed barbthroats, artwork C013 / 6238
Pale-tailed barbthroats (Threnetes cervinicauda). Plate 14 from volume 1 of A Monograph of the Trochilidae, or Family of Hummingbirds (1849-1861) by British ornithologist John Gould (1804-1881)

Pale-tailed Barb-throat Threnetes leucurus Tambopata Peruvian Amazon

White-necked Jacobin Florisuga melivora female Costa Rica

Green Violet-ear Colibri thalassinus male Savegre Costa Rica

White-necked Jacobin Florisuga melivora male Costa Rica

Scintillant Hummingbird Selasphorus scintilla female Savegre Costa Rica

White-throated Mountain-Gem Lampornis castaneoventris Savegre Costa Rica

Grey-tailed Mountain Gem Lampornis cinereicauda female at feeder Cordillera Talamanca Costa Rica

Agyrtria niveipectus, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria viridiceps, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria brevirostris, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Hummingbird specimen
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Humming bird nest
A humming bird nest collected by Captain Cook 1st voyage in Rio de Janiero

Hummingbird display case
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria leucocaster, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria candida, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Chalcostigma stanleyi vulcani, blue-mantled thornbill

Threnetes niger cervinicauda, pale-tailed barbthroat
Plate 14, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-61)

Phaethornis anthophilus, pale-bellied hermit
Plate 24, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-61)

Picture No. 10717365
The Hummingbird case on display in the Natural History Museums Bird Gallery

Hummingbirds in a cabinet
One of twenty-four images detailing specimens inside the hummingbird cabinet in the Natural History Museums Bird Gallery

John Goulds hummingbird cases
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Ramphodon naevius, saw-billed hermit
Plate 1, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilidae or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-1861)

Hummingbird
Plate 337, hand coloured lithograph from A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, (1861) by John Gould

Chlorostilbon angustipennis, Columbian emerald
Plate 363, hand coloured lithograph from A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, (1861) by John Gould

Anthracothorax sp. mango
Plate 43 from Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous (1858) by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928)

Trochilus polytmus, red-billed streamertail

Heliodoxa imperatrix, empress brilliant
Plate 192, hand coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.4, (1849-61)

Chlorostilbon elegans, Goulds Emerald

Archilocus colubris, ruby-throated hummingbird
Plate 47 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

Thalurania watertoni, long-tailed woodnymph
Plate 100, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.2, (1849-61)

Eulampis jugularis, purple-throated carib
Plate 82, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.2, (1849-61)

Topaza pella, crimson topaz
Plate 66, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.1, (1849-61)

Campylopterus ensipennis, white-tailed sabrewing
Plate 46, hand coloured lithograph from John Goulds A Monograph of the Trochilid, or Family of Hummingbirds, Vol.2, (1849-61)

Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower - Pacific Northwest - August _D3D2079
TOM-1871 Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower Pacific Northwest - August Selasphorus rufus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12417 Male in flight feeding from flower - South Arizona
FG-12417 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12412 Male in flight feeding from flower - South Arizona
FG-12412 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12415 Male in flight feeding from flower - South Arizona
FG-12415 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12414 Male in flight feeding from flower - South Arizona
FG-12414 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12413 Male in flight feeding from flower Cynanthus latirostris © Francois Gohier
FG-12413 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Broad-Billed Hummingbird FG 12411 Male in flight feeding from flower - South Arizona
FG-12411 Broad-billed HUMMINGBIRD - male in flight, feeding from flower South Arizona, USA Cynanthus latirostris distribution includes Mexico Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower - Pacific Northwest - August _D3D2281
TOM-1869 Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower Pacific Northwest - August Selasphorus rufus Tom & Pat Leeson contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Hummingbird petroglyph carved on basalt rock, Petroglyph National Monument, Albuqurque, New Mexico, U. S. A. january
Hummingbird petroglyph carved on basalt rock, Petroglyph National Monument, Albuqurque, New Mexico, U.S.A. january

Green Violet-ear (Colibri thalassinus) adult male, in flight, hovering, Costa Rica, february

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The world of hummingbirds is a mesmerizing tapestry of vibrant colors and delicate movements. From the enchanting Hummingbird and Passionflowers captured by Martin Johnson Heade in the late 19th century to the diverse species found across different regions, these tiny creatures never fail to amaze us. In British gardens, one can often spot these graceful birds fluttering around, like in A Selection of Common British Moths. Their iridescent feathers glisten under the sunlight as they hover near flowers, just like the Annas Hummingbird feeding on Thistle in Paradise. Traveling further north, we find ourselves in Canada's beautiful British Columbia where Rufous Hummingbirds gather to feed on nectar-filled blooms. The males' fiery plumage adds a burst of color against the lush greenery. Venturing into South America, we encounter fascinating species such as Selasphorus rufus or Rufous Hummingbird. These agile flyers dart through forests with astonishing speed and precision. One cannot help but be captivated by unique hummingbird species like Booted Racket-tail hummingbirds from Ecuador. With their elongated tails resembling elegant rackets, they gracefully sip nectar from exquisite flowers while hovering mid-air. Amongst this vast array of hummers is the White-eared hummingbird - its striking white ear patch contrasting beautifully with its emerald-green body. This Trochilidae family member brings joy wherever it goes. Ecuador proves to be a haven for these enchanting creatures as Sword-billed hummingbirds grace its skies. With their exceptionally long bills adapted for reaching deep into flower corollas they can truly nature's marvels. And finally, we come across an ethereal sight – Violet-tailed Sylph hummingbirds dancing amidst Mindo's breathtaking landscapes in Ecuador. Their shimmering violet tails trail behind them as they flit between blossoms like living jewels suspended in mid-air.