About the Project
The ZooTrophy Animal-a-Day project began on October 15th, 2013 as illustrator Angela "LemurKat" Oliver began working her way, systematically but selectively, through the alphabet and presenting, via social media, an illustrated animal to the world. Daily.
All pieces are drawn as 2.5 x 3.5 inch collectible cards, using a combination of polychromos and prismacolor pencils, along with other art materials. Many are still available for purchase ($10) or trade, so drop her an email if anything captures your eye or if there is an animal you wish to request.
It is predicted this project will take her at least two years to complete - with approximately 36 animals being drawn for each letter. She has also used the images to create a collectible hardback encyclopedia series, playing cards and a desk calendar, as well as the ZooTrophy collectible trading card game.
All pieces are drawn as 2.5 x 3.5 inch collectible cards, using a combination of polychromos and prismacolor pencils, along with other art materials. Many are still available for purchase ($10) or trade, so drop her an email if anything captures your eye or if there is an animal you wish to request.
It is predicted this project will take her at least two years to complete - with approximately 36 animals being drawn for each letter. She has also used the images to create a collectible hardback encyclopedia series, playing cards and a desk calendar, as well as the ZooTrophy collectible trading card game.
Friday, June 13, 2014
Creature Feature #237: Flamingo
The Flamingo is a long-legged wading bird who makes his home in mudflats and lagoons. His large beak is used for filter-feeding, straining through the water for brine shrimp and blue-green algae. The carotenoids in this diet are what lead to his pinkish colouration. He is extremely social, living in vast flocks that can number in the thousands. Within this massive gathering, both male and female dance an elaborate courtship ritual, to attract a mate. The bonded pair then find and defend a breeding site. Together they raise a single chick, and at two weeks old she is pushed into a creche with other chicks. This allows both adults to feed whilst leaving their chick in relatively safe circumstances.
Labels:
animal-a-day,
atc,
bird
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