Northern Shovelers
Acrylic on panel - 8" x 10"
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I created this painting on a lark for an upcoming bird art show. I was way out of my comfort zone with this subject, but I learned plenty from the experience. This painting is of a pair of Northern Shovelers. Their spoon-shaped bills, edged in comb-like projections, are perfect for filtering food from the water. Interesting fact: When flushed from the nest the female Northern Shoveler will often defecate on her eggs to deter predators. So, this Mother's Day, do thank your mother for keeping you safe, but knowing where to draw the line.
