Fine Art Print : Flightless steamer ducks. Uses the wings as paddles to swim very fast (hence steamer from paddlesteamer)
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Flightless steamer ducks. Uses the wings as paddles to swim very fast (hence steamer from paddlesteamer)
AUS-901
Flightless steamer ducks. Uses the wings as paddles to swim very fast (hence steamer from paddlesteamer).
Falkland Islands
Tachyeres brachypterus
Graham Robertson / Auscape / ardea.com
Auscape
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Media ID 1292115
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Atlantic Ocean Duck Endemic Falkland Falklands Flightless Wildfowl
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of the Flightless Steamer Ducks with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This stunning image, captured by renowned photographer Graham Robertson, showcases these unique birds in their natural habitat on the Falkland Islands. With their distinctive wings acting as powerful paddles, Steamer Ducks are known for their impressive swimming abilities, earning them the nickname 'paddlesteamers.' Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to bring a touch of the wilderness indoors and celebrate the wonders of nature.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.3cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Quacktastic Speedsters - Flightless Steamer Ducks Show Off Their Paddle Power in the Falklands!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this incredible snapshot captured by AUS-901, we witness the awe-inspiring agility of the flightless steamer ducks as they navigate through the waters of the Falkland Islands. These unique birds have truly mastered the art of aquatic locomotion, using their wings as paddles to propel themselves at astonishing speeds. Dubbed "steamers" due to their resemblance to paddle steamers, these feathery daredevils effortlessly glide across the water's surface with unrivaled finesse. With each powerful stroke of their wing-paddles, they leave behind a trail that could rival any speedboat! Endemic to this remote archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, these flightless wonders are a true testament to nature's creativity and adaptability. While other ducks take to the skies for migration or escape from predators, our steamer friends have evolved into exceptional swimmers instead. As we marvel at this extraordinary sight, let us appreciate not only their remarkable swimming skills but also their resilience in adapting to life without flight. So next time you find yourself near these enchanting islands, keep an eye out for these paddle-powered dynamos - just don't challenge them to a race unless you're prepared for some serious splashing fun!
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