Fine Art Print : Northern Pintail - Two drakes fighting due to cramped conditions on a small patch of unfrozen water. England, UK
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Northern Pintail - Two drakes fighting due to cramped conditions on a small patch of unfrozen water. England, UK
DK-226
Northern Pintail - Two drakes fighting due to cramped conditions on a small patch of unfrozen water
England, UK
Anas acuta
David Kilbey
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Confrontation Drake Drakes Duck Ducks England Face To Face Fight Fighting Frozen Pintail Pintails Waterfowl Anas Acuta Wildfowl
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty and intensity of the natural world with our Fine Art Print of Northern Pintail Ducks by David Kilbey from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment. Witness two drakes locked in a fierce battle over limited space on a small patch of unfrozen water in England, UK. This stunning photograph, titled DK-226, showcases Anas acuta in their raw, untamed glory. Bring this breathtaking moment into your home as a personal memento of the wonders of nature.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 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. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
Quackdown in the UK! Two pintail drakes go beak to beak over a tiny oasis!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this hilarious snapshot captured by Dave Kilbey, we witness an intense showdown between two feisty Northern Pintails. As winter freezes England's landscapes, these dapper ducks find themselves crammed onto a minuscule patch of unfrozen water. And boy, do tempers flare! With their striking plumage and determined expressions, these male pintails engage in a comical confrontation that would make even the toughest humans quack with laughter. It's survival of the fittest on this icy battleground as they jostle for space and dominance. As if straight out of a slapstick comedy routine, these feathered fighters paddle furiously while maintaining eye contact – their bills poised for action. Who will emerge victorious from this face-to-face duel? Only time will tell! Nature never fails to surprise us with its quirky moments, reminding us that even in the animal kingdom, tensions can rise when personal space is compromised. So next time you spot two birds going head-to-head over limited resources like our pintail protagonists here, remember: it's not just humans who get into squabbles; wildlife has its fair share of drama too! Kudos to Dave Kilbey for capturing this entertaining snapshot that perfectly encapsulates the wild side of nature amidst freezing conditions in merry old England!
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