Coloured figures of the birds of the British Islands, issued by Lord Lilford. London, R. H. Porter, 1885-1897, Great Britain, birds, pictorial works, Emberiza schoeniclus, This illustration features two reed buntings perched on a branch amidst a background of tall grass. The male is distinctly marked with a black head, white cheeks, and a rusty-brown streaked body, while the female exhibits more subdued, earthy tones with less contrast. Both birds are depicted in a natural pose, capturing the delicate details of their plumage and the surrounding vegetation. Titled 'Reed-Bunting,' the artwork emphasizes the beauty and intricacies of these songbirds in their native habitat.