The Black-faced Spoonbill by James Zhan
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The Black-faced Spoonbill


James Zhan

The Black-faced Spoonbill is an endangered migratory bird known for its distinctive spoon-shaped bill. Its global population grew from just 288 in 1988 to 6,988 in 2024, thanks to worldwide conservation efforts. Taiwan is its most important wintering area. Inspired by its ecology and conservation story, I created this brick-built model to celebrate the bird's beauty and raise awareness of endangered wildlife. The project previously reached 10,000 supporters on an ideas and qualified for its official review stage. The scene depicts a spoonbill foraging in a wetland surrounded by native plants. A wildlife photographer in a camouflage hide pays tribute to those who document wildlife and support conservation.

Pieces:

1898

Dimensions:

57.2 x 20 x 52.2 cm

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