Wryneck Acrylic Print

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The Eurasian wryneck (Jynx torquilla) is a species of wryneck in the woodpecker family.

These birds get their English name from their ability to turn their heads through almost 180 degrees. When disturbed at the nest, they use this snake-like head twisting and hissing as a threat display. This odd behaviour led to their use in witchcraft, hence to put a "jinx" on someone. (Wikipedia)

Honored by features in Fine Art America groups:
FAA Portraits - Birds - 06/15/2015,
Wildlife ONE A DAY - 06/16/2015,
Premium FAA Artists - 06/17/2015,

'Torbjorn's works are consistently well focused, clear and detailed showing the beauty of birds and their natural behaviors in his wonderful compositions. Visit his page and see his outstanding works! Thank you for sharing your mastery! ' Written by Don Columbus, administrator of the groups Birds In Focus and A Birding Group - Wings. Living in Sweden has given me a great appreciation for nature and the unique beauty of the Nordic light. Our right of public access, and the freedom to roam the wilderness of Sweden and the other Nordic countries has been a shaping influence in my work - the landscapes, the plants and wildlife, seascapes with the archipelagos, all have given me the inspiration for both my water colours and my...