Talon Collection (#16)

AMERICAN SCREECH OWL, 1877. Scops asio. Line engraving, 1877

ROUGH-LEGGED HAWK, 1890. Line engraving, 1890

THRUSH. Line engraving, 19th century

MARSH HAWK. Line engraving, 19th century

CROWNED PIGEONS. Line engraving, 19th century

BALD EAGLES: NEST. An eagle delivering up a rabbit carcass to its young. Wood engraving, 1867

Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) adult, close-up of talons held in hand, with wing tags for research, Cairngorms N. P
Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) adult, close-up of talons held in hand, with wing tags for research, Cairngorms N.P. Grampian Mountains, Highlands, Scotland, october

African fish eagle (Haliaeetus vocifer) with outstretched feet, about to catch its prey. This bird of prey is found across most of sub-Saharan It inhabits areas near freshwater and lakes

Lovebirds claw, SEM
Lovebirds claw. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a claw (talon) on the toe of a Lovebird (Agapornis sp.). The claws and beaks of birds are made from keratin, a hard, fibrous protein

Verreauxs eagle talons
Verreauxs eagle (Aquila verreauxii) talons. The powerful claws (talons) on species of raptor enable them to catch their prey

Velociraptor dinosaur. Artwork of a Velociraptor dinosaur. This small raptor reached just under 2 metres in length and stood around a metre tall

Deinonychus dinosaur

Deinonychus dinosaurs. Computer artwork of two Deinonychus dinosaurs. This small raptor reached about 3 metres in length and stood 1.5 metres tall

Velociraptor, artwork
Velociraptor. Computer artwork of a Velociraptor dinosaur. Recent finds have shown that Velociraptors were covered in furry feathers with secondary feathers (black and white)

WORLD WAR II POSTER, 1941. America Calling. American World War II poster for the Division of Information of the Office of Emergency Management, 1941, seeking volunteers for civilian defense

USA, Alaska, Homer. Bald eagle in landing posture. Credit as: Arthur Morris / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

Common Raven - in snow, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
CLA-603 Common RAVEN Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA Corvus corax Mary Clay Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Studies of barn owls, and the head of another bird of prey

The Vultures & Pigeons
THE VULTURES AND THE PIGEONS The vultures fight each other and tear with beak and talon; the pigeons attempt to be peacemakers and succeed, but then are themselves attacked

White-Throated Sparrow - Hamden Connecticut USA
JZ-1540 White-Throated SPARROW - close-up Hamden Connecticut USA Zonotrichia albicollis Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

An European Eagle Owl and handler
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Bald Eagle - landing
WAT-4112 BALD EAGLE - in flight above snow landing Haliaetus leucocephalus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Sparrow-Hawk Close up of talons
JLMO-3453 SPARROWHAWK - close-up of talons Accipitor nisus John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Steller's Sea Eagle - feeding. Hokkaido, Japan
WAT-8762 Steller's Sea Eagle - feeding. Hokkaido, Japan Haliaeetus pelagicus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

White-headed Vulture In flight Kenya, Africa
LA-890 White-headed Vulture - In flight Kenya, Africa Trigonoceps occipitalis Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Talon: A Glimpse into the Majestic World of Predators" Witness the piercing gaze of a Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja) as it poses for a captivating portrait in Gamboa, Soberania National Park, Panama. Perched gracefully in the Atchafalya River basin, an enchanting Barred Owl captures our attention with its wise and mysterious presence in Atchafalaya Swamp, Louisiana. Amidst a snowstorm in Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, USA, behold the breathtaking sight of a majestic Bald eagle soaring through the wintry skies. In Ontario, Canada during February's frosty embrace, catch a glimpse of ethereal beauty as a Snowy Owl gracefully takes flight against the snowy backdrop. Meet the extraordinary Shoebill or Balaeniceps rex - also known as Shoe-Billed Stork - whose unique appearance and fierce demeanor make it an icon among avian species. Marvel at nature's fastest animal. Observe Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) gliding effortlessly through the air with unmatched speed and precision from a side view perspective. Transport yourself back to prehistoric times where Ankylosaurus dinosaurs valiantly defend themselves against their formidable foe - T-Rex - showcasing their incredible armored bodies. Experience primal instincts unfold as Tyrannosaurus Rex feasts upon carrion left behind by its fallen adversary - Triceratops; reminding us of nature's circle of life and death. Enter into the fascinating world of reptiles with Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps), displaying its unique spiky appearance and capturing hearts with its endearing personality. Encounter Therizinosaurus dinosaur – an enigmatic creature boasting long claws that were both fearsome weapons and tools for survival during ancient times on Earth.