Kingfisher Collection (#6)

DDE-90019069
Africa, Botswana, Chobe National Park. Close-up of Malachite kingfisher. Date: 26/06/2007

Inbound
Chris Latham

Belted Kingfisher
Max Wang

Aerodynamics II
Petar Sabol

Interaction
Siyu and Wei Photography

Eurasian kingfisher, Alcedo atthis, on a branch near a river ban 1807 (aquatint)
7237458 Eurasian kingfisher, Alcedo atthis, on a branch near a river ban 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eurasian kingfisher, Alcedo atthis)

The kingfisher (colour litho)
6011838 The kingfisher (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The kingfisher. Illustration for Through the Wood, A Picture Book, illustrated by John Hassall)

Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-1518 (fresco)
2646081 Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-1518 (fresco) by Peruzzi, Baldassarre (1481-1536) (and workshop); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Villa Farnesina)

Page 356. White throated Kings Fisher;Lesser Butcher Bird, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670179 Page 356. White throated Kings Fisher; Lesser Butcher Bird, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Designs for Bronze Vase Support, Wallpaper and border, and Enamel and Bronze Jardiniere "Shrimp"
5055691 Designs for Bronze Vase Support, Wallpaper and border, and Enamel and Bronze Jardiniere " Shrimp", " Snails", Lizards and Hawthorn", " Kingfisher and Fish"

A pheasant, pigeons, ducklings, and kingfishers with a mallard taking flight at a wooded pool
6219587 A pheasant, pigeons, ducklings, and kingfishers with a mallard taking flight at a wooded pool, a landscape beyond (oil on canvas) by Stranover

Kingfisher (colour litho)
3120979 Kingfisher (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Vase, c. 1926-30 (earthenware, glaze)
6309711 Vase, c.1926-30 (earthenware, glaze) by British School, (20th century); 31x13 cm; The Somerset Heritage Centre, Tauton, UK; (add.info.: Straight vase with kingfisher motif, T.W Lemon & Son)

Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-18 (fresco) (detail of 2646081)
2646083 Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-18 (fresco) (detail of 2646081) by Peruzzi, Baldassarre (1481-1536) (and workshop); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome)

Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-18 (fresco) (detail of 2646081)
2646082 Scene of flood withe the myth of Alcyone and Ceyx, 1517-18 (fresco) (detail of 2646081) by Peruzzi, Baldassarre (1481-1536) (and workshop); Villa Farnesina, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome)

Spring (oil on canvas)
GG80917 Spring (oil on canvas) by Harcourt, George (1868/69-1947); Private Collection; Photo © Gavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Stories from Lucian: The kingfishers nest (colour litho)
7180963 Stories from Lucian: The kingfishers nest (colour litho) by Murray, Charles Oliver (1842-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The kingfishers nest)

Male Giant kingfisher (Megaceryle maxima) perched on branch, Allahein river, The Gambia

USA, Colorado, Timnath. Adult female belted kingfisher in tree

USA, Colorado, Timnath. Adult male belted kingfisher in tree

Adult male green kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana), on the Rio Pixaim, Mata Grosso, Pantanal, Brazil, South America

Adult female ringed kingfisher (Megaceryle torquata), Rio Tres Irmao, Mata Grosso, Pantanal, Brazil, South America

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing / diving into an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male, after diving, taking off from water, Lorraine, France, July

Over the Water - Evening (colour litho)
7157276 Over the Water - Evening (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Over the Water - Evening)

The kingfisher (engraving)
7161084 The kingfisher (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The kingfisher. Illustration for one of a collection of issues of The Weekly Welcome)

Martins pecheurs (engraving)
7199938 Martins pecheurs (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martins pecheurs. Illustration for La Chasse Illustree (Firmin Didot)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Martin-pecheur; Kingfisher; Waldmartin (engraving)
7196673 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Martin-pecheur; Kingfisher; Waldmartin (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin-pecheur; Kingfisher; Waldmartin)

Hibiscus and flying kingfishers, 1894
7202744 Hibiscus and flying kingfishers, 1894 by Ren Yi (Ren Bonian) (1840-96); 65 x 46, 5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Hibiscus and flying kingfishers)

Australian Kookaburra Oil Painting
Australian Kookaburra bird oil painting by Judi Parkinson

Kingfisher fmale perched by stream in Autumn leaves waiting to catch a fish

Kingfisher Female waiting to catch a fish amongst Autumn leaves. Bedfordshire UK

Plate with Lotus Blossoms and Kingfisher, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Kangxi period (1662-1722)

Kingfisher and hydrangea, 1857. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Kingfisher and hydrangea, 1857

Kingfisher and roses, c. 1847/52. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and roses, c. 1847/52

Kingfisher above a Yellow-flowered Water Plant, 1853, third month. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher above a Yellow-flowered Water Plant, 1853, third month

Kingfisher and monochoria, c. 1830/44. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and monochoria, c. 1830/44

Swallows, kingfisher, and hibiscus, c. 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Swallows, kingfisher, and hibiscus, c. 1830s

Kingfisher and iris, 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and iris, 1830s

Kingfisher and viburnum, 1840s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and viburnum, 1840s

Kingfisher and reeds, c. 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and reeds, c. 1840

Kingfisher and dayflower, 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and dayflower, 1830s

Kingfisher and bellflowers, n. d. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and bellflowers, n.d

Kingfisher and hydrangea, 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kingfisher and hydrangea, 1830s

An adult female belted kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon), Misty Fjords National Monument, Southeast Alaska, United States of America, North America

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing / diving into an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January. Sequence 1 of 4

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing, flying out of an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January

Kingfisher (Nyctiornis Amictus) from Birds of Asia, 1850 (colour litho)
7074613 Kingfisher (Nyctiornis Amictus) from Birds of Asia, 1850 (colour litho) by Gould, John (1804-81); New York Public Library, USA; English, out of copyright

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"Captivating Colors and Graceful Perches: Exploring the World of Kingfishers" From the vibrant hues of its feathers to its elegant perching positions, the a true marvel of nature. Picture No. 10947816 showcases this avian beauty as it confidently rests on a moss-covered tree stump, resembling a regal monarch surveying its kingdom. Often mistaken for a kookaburra due to their similar appearance, the belted kingfisher bird stands out with its striking blue plumage and distinctive white collar. Its presence in various regions around the world, including Dorset in the UK during November, highlights how these magnificent creatures have captured our fascination across continents. In one captivating shot, we witness a common kingfisher gracefully perched on a "No Fishing" sign – an ironic yet fitting symbol of their hunting prowess. These agile hunters are known for their remarkable ability to dive into water bodies with lightning speed, emerging triumphantly with their catch held tightly in their beaks. The image capturing a kingfisher jumping out of the water further emphasizes their incredible fishing skills. With unparalleled precision and agility, they snatch fish from beneath the surface without fail – truly showcasing nature's perfect predator at work. Not limited to just fish-catching abilities, another snapshot reveals an adult female kingfisher delicately holding onto a minnow in her bill along River Leven in Cleveland, UK. This heartwarming scene reminds us that even amidst fierce hunting instincts lies tender care for offspring and nourishment within these feathered families. Venturing beyond traditional territories brings us face-to-face with New Zealand's own version of this majestic bird. Young or adult alike, New Zealand Kingfishers captivate us with their unique charm and adaptability to diverse environments.