Kakaruia (Black Robin) from the Chatham Islands, 800km off the east coast of New Zealand. In 1980 there were only 5 left in the world, which included 1 breeding female named Old Blue. An amazing story of hope and survival. There are now approximately 250 birds.
Original drawing using pen and ink, on archival paper 253mm x 253mm
Comes with a circle mat board (pictured) Circle cutout approx. 153mm diameter
Unframed.
Drawn on day 29 of #inktober2018
Conservation status - Nationally Critical