Wall Art - Willow and Kingfisher

The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), also known as the Eurasian kingfisher and river kingfisher, is a small kingfisher with seven subspecies recognized within its wide distribution across Eurasia and North Africa. It is resident in much of its range, but migrates from areas where rivers freeze in winter.

This sparrow-sized bird has the typical short-tailed, large-headed kingfisher profile; it has blue upperparts, orange underparts and a long bill. It feeds mainly on fish, caught by diving, and has special visual adaptations to enable it to see prey under water. The glossy white eggs are laid in a nest at the end of a burrow in a riverbank.

The common kingfisher was first described by Carl Linnaeus in the 10th edition of his Systema Naturae in 1758 as Gracula atthis. The modern binomial name derives from the Latin alcedo, 'kingfisher' (from Greek ἀλκυών, halcyon), and Atthis, a beautiful young woman of Lesbos, and favourite of Sappho.

Circular wall art featuring drawn willow with Kingfisher on a branch with its catch. Two sizes initially available.

Custom sizes also available (thickness of material may vary for custom sizes). Please email us for details. 

Sizes:
Extra Large: 100cm diameter (1.5mm)
Large: 75cm diameter (1.5mm)
Medium: 50cm diameter (1.2mm)
Small: 30cm diameter (1.2mm)
Custom: Size to order.