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.

Friday, August 28, 2015

#668: Rothschild Mynah

The only bird endemic to Bali, the Rothschild Mynah perches on the edge of extinction. In 2001, only six wild birds existed, but captive-bred individuals were released to supplement the population. Now, his range is limited to a small patch within a national park. Here he lives in small flocks, feeding on insects, seeds and berries. Pairs are long-term and monogamous, with the two maintaining bonds through courtship rituals and mutual preening. His main threat comes from poaching, as despite strict restrictions around breeding and trading these birds, demand within the pet trade exists.

I made him a Zootrophy card (because I haven't for a while):


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