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Tim Flach British, b. 1958
Mandarin Duck, 2021Series: BirdsC-Type print122 x 88.5 cm
48 1/8 x 34 7/8 inEdition of 5 plus 2 artist's proofs70 x 51 cm
27 1/2 x 20 1/8 inEdition of 10 plus 2 artist's proofsFurther images
'The male mandarin duck is a product of sexual selection, the evolutionary dynamic driven by female mate choice. As with most other ducks, the male plays no role in raising..."The male mandarin duck is a product of sexual selection, the evolutionary dynamic driven by female mate choice. As with most other ducks, the male plays no role in raising the young, so a female can choose her mate based primarily on his aesthetic appeal. This creates a strong selective pressure favoring the most extravagant males, and as females repeat this process over millions of generations, it can create incredibly beautiful birds."
Excerpt from "Birds", published by Abrams, 2021
