Fine art print of original painting.

We know a fraction about fungi what we know about birds. While much is unknown about fungi, what is known is astounding. Fungi exist in harmony with birds and trees, with mycelium (filaments of fungi) under the soil at tree roots helping the tree with nutrient uptake. Without fungi, trees wouldn’t survive. Fungi help trees at all stages of their lifecycle, from growth to decomposition. Ornithomycology is the study of the relationship between birds and fungi. Much is left to be discovered in this field, but here in Australia we know that Brush Turkeys and Cassowaries help disperse spores through ground they kick up. It has also been observed that some birds eat fungi, including the Eastern Yellow Robin which has been seen exhibiting this behaviour. Much might be unknown, but one thing is certain – we can expect more exciting relationships to be discovered in the field of ornithomycology in time.

This print has stamina! Genuine museum grade fine art archival print made to enjoy for a lifetime. Printed in Australia by professional printers using non-toxic archival inks from an original painting on acid free cotton fibre rag, 308 gsm. Each print individually signed.

This artwork was painted for the Bird Week Exhibition, an annual art exhibition supporting BirdLife Australia. The theme this year ‘From the Ground Up’ explores the crucial connection between birds and trees.

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Product Description:
6x8” / 152mm x 203mm
Printed in Australia on museum grade fine art archival print using non-toxic archival inks on acid free cotton fibre rag, 308 gsm. Each print individually signed and unframed. Shipped flat in study packaging for transport.