Greater Yellowlegs Wood Carving

The greater yellowlegs is a large shorebird in the family Scolopacidae. It breeds in central Canada and southern Alaska and winters in southern North America, Central America, the West Indies and South America.

Alaskan wood carver, Ron Gravenhorst carves a few species of Alaskan birds in life size; and most species of ducks, geese, swans, and loons in miniature.

He uses basswood and after cutting out the profile on a band saw uses only knives and gouges to carve.

A wood burning tool is used for the feathering and he paints the birds using brushes and acrylic paints.

Ron lives in Cooper Landing, Alaska.

7" H x 6.5" L x 3.5" W

*Each bird is handmade so differences should be expected. Please consider calling us for a virtual shopping experience so you can see the birds we have in stock.