{"product_id":"common-merganser-drake","title":"Common Merganser Drake","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eCelebrate the striking beauty and graceful power of North America’s rivers and lakes with this exquisite \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Merganser carving\u003c\/strong\u003e — a masterfully handcrafted tribute to one of the continent’s most admired and elegant diving ducks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe Common Merganser (\u003cem\u003eMergus merganser\u003c\/em\u003e) is beloved by waterfowl hunters, birders, and collectors for its streamlined silhouette, expert diving skills, and eye-catching plumage. The drake captivates with his iridescent green-black head, gleaming white body, slender red bill, and sharp black back, while the hen offers a graceful complement with her warm gray body, reddish-brown crested head, and distinctive white throat patch. Found on clear rivers, lakes, and forested waterways, Common Mergansers are celebrated for their swift flight, agile swimming, and remarkable fishing ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eExpertly hand-carved from \u003cstrong\u003esugar pine and gelutong wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship and lifelike artistry. Each detail is meticulously shaped by hand, then painted with \u003cstrong\u003eacrylic paints\u003c\/strong\u003e to capture the fine feather textures, vivid color contrasts, and natural posture that bring this striking species to life. Whether displayed in a hunting lodge, rustic home, or fine wildlife art collection, this Common Merganser carving is sure to inspire admiration and become a stunning centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSpecies: Common Merganser (\u003cem\u003eMergus merganser\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMaterials: Sugar pine, gelutong wood, acrylic paints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHand-carved and hand-painted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003ePerfect for wildlife art collectors, waterfowl hunters, birders, rustic home decorators, and nature enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SITTIM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45325116506181,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/4540\/8069\/files\/IMG_0668.webp?v=1783650330","url":"https:\/\/sittimshop.com\/products\/common-merganser-drake","provider":"SITTIM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}