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Juvenile Tasmanian Wedge-tailed eagle, watercolour and gouache. 110 cms x 80 cms on 640 gsm hot press rag paper
The endangered Wedge-tailed Eagle subspecies Aquila audax fleayi occurs only in Tasmania. It is distinguished by its size (being Australia's largest bird of prey) and wedge-shaped tail. The total adult population has been estimated as less than 1000 birds. Principal threats include loss of nesting habitat, nest disturbance, collisions (with artificial structures, vehicles and aircraft), electrocution and persecution.
Aquila is a beloved member of The Raptor Refuge Inc. which is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to caring and protecting Tasmania’s natural wildlife. https://www.raptorrefuge.com.au/
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Pen, graphite and Polycromos Pencils. Matt surround boarding and backing - H25 cms x W 25 cms.
Peregrine Falcons (Falco peregrinus macropus) are the fastest animal in the world, with stoops (dives) recorded at speeds faster than 300 km/hr. Small bony tubercules in their nostrils guide the air during high speed stoops, enabling Peregrine Falcons to breathe more easily. .
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Huon River, Tasmania
Watercolour gouache on claybord - 100 cms x 85 cms. Framed
Australia’s most widespread swallow, the Welcome swallow (Hirundo neoxena) can be seen fluttering, swooping and gliding in search of flying insects in almost any habitat. The name ‘Welcome’ swallow comes from sailors who knew that the sight of a swallow meant that land was not far away.
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Pen, graphite and Polycromos Pencils. Matt surround boarding and backing - H25 cms x W 25 cms.
The Southern boobook (Ninox novaeseelandiae) is the smallest and most common owl in Australia, although it is often overlooked because of its nocturnal habits. If the species is seen during the day, it is usually roosting among dense foliage or being harassed by smaller birds.
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King Island, Tasmania
Watercolour and gouache on Ampersand Claybord. - H40 cms x W 40 cms. Framed
With over 145 km of coastlines to explore, evidence of life both above and below the water is prolific on Bass Strait's westernmost Island. Known for its 'roaring forties', the prevailing south-westerlies winds make King Island the ultimate battleground for the survival of the fittest.
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King Island, Tasmania. Shipwrecked debris from the shipwrecks Brahmin 1854, British Admiral 1874, Blencathra 1875
Watercolour and gouache on Ampersand Claybord. - H40 cms x W 40 cms. Framed
Situated in the centre of the western entrance to Bass Strait and known for its treacherous coastline and prevailing south-westerly winds, King Island has been the location of over 60 known shipwrecks, involving the loss of over 2,000 lives. As a result, its not uncommon to come across pieces of history washed up along the beaches after a large storm - clay pipes, ink wells, soles of an old shoe, hand-painted crockery and bottles are just some of the treasures that have been discovered over the years.
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'The Food Frenzy ' - Tasmanian Shy Albatross (Thelassarche cauta) Watercolour and gouache on 640 gsm hot press rag paper. 85 cm x 100 cm
The IUCN classifies this species as near threatened with less than 25,000 breeding animals. Today, longline fishing still impacts this species but their numbers have been maintained despite this threat. The shy albatross feeds by a combination surface-seizing and some pursuit diving – it has been recorded diving as deep as 5 m
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Limited Edition print size: 80 cm x 60 cm.
'The Food Frenzy ' - Tasmanian Shy Albatross (Thelassarche cauta)
The IUCN classifies this species as near threatened with less than 25,000 breeding animals. Today, longline fishing still impacts this species but their numbers have been maintained despite this threat. The shy albatross feeds by a combination surface-seizing and some pursuit diving – it has been recorded diving as deep as 5 m
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Watercolour and gouache on Ampersand Claybord. - H40 cms x W 40 cms. Framed
The Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) inhabits shrubs in open eucalypt forests, as well as shrubland and suburban gardens. They use their long, slender, de-curved bills to probe deep into flowers to feed on the sweet nectar.
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This Limited Edition print comes with backing and matte surround. - H 25 cms x W 25 cms.
The Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) inhabits shrubs in open eucalypt forests, as well as shrubland and suburban gardens. They use their long, slender, de-curved bills to probe deep into flowers to feed on the sweet nectar.
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Cape Raoul, southern Tasmania
Watercolour and gouache on 640 gsm hot press Lana rag paper - H120 cms x W 150 cms. Framed
The Short-tailed Shearwater (Ardenna tenuirostris) is Australia’s most numerous seabird. During breeding season, millions converge on many small islands around southern Australia, with their stronghold in Bass Strait. Cape Raoul is at the southernmost tip of the Tasman Peninsula in Tasmania. The cape features rock platforms, towering 300 metre cliffs, columns and off-shore islands.
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Derwent River, Hobart, Tasmania
Watercolour and gouache on 640 gsm hot press rag paper - H85 cms x W 65 cms. Framed
The Little Pied Cormorant (Microcarbo melanoleucos) is one of the most common of Australia's waterbirds, occurring on water bodies of almost any size. It is entirely black above and white below. The Little Pied Cormorant resembles the Pied Cormorant, Phalacrocorax varius, but is easily distinguished by its smaller size and proportionately shorter bill.
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Limited Edition print size: 50 cm (H) x 100 cm (L).
The Double-barred Finch (Taeniopygia bichenovii) is notable for its 'owl-faced' features, having a white face bordered black. It is grey-brown, with white underparts banded black above and below the chest, giving the species its name. The Double-barred Finch prefers dry grassy woodlands, open forests and farmlands. It is never far from water.
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Juvenile Wedge-tailed eagle, Limited Edition Print size: 80 cm x 60 cm
The endangered Wedge-tailed Eagle subspecies Aquila audax fleayi occurs only in Tasmania. It is distinguished by its size (being Australia's largest bird of prey) and wedge-shaped tail. The total adult population has been estimated as less than 1000 birds. Principal threats include loss of nesting habitat, nest disturbance, collisions (with artificial structures, vehicles and aircraft), electrocution and persecution.
Aquila is a beloved member of The Raptor Refuge Inc. which is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to caring and protecting Tasmania’s natural wildlife. https://www.raptorrefuge.com.au/