Long-tailed Duck (Harelda hyemalis) in Summer Plumage
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed ornithological illustration depicting a male Long-tailed Duck (Harelda hyemalis) in its distinct summer plumage, standing on a rock partially submerged in water. The artwork is signed by W. Wright, indicating its origin as a drawing for a natural history publication.
Did you know?
The Long-tailed Duck, once scientifically known as Harelda hyemalis, is renowned for its remarkable diving abilities, often reaching impressive depths to forage for food in its Arctic and subarctic habitats. Unlike many ducks, its plumage undergoes significant seasonal changes, making illustrations like this vital for identification. The male's distinctive yodeling call, often heard during breeding season, has earned it colorful common names such as "Oldsquaw" or "Calloo" in various regions.
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Long-tailed Duck (Harelda hyemalis) in Summer Plumage
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
