Shorebirds

This category of carvings depicts those birds we all see at the beach as they scamper around the water line. They are smoothie carvings and are traditionally presented on a wooden dowel that is attached to a piece of driftwood. These carvings are all full sized.

Below are examples of many of the shorebirds that Hank has carved.  To inquire about purchasing any of these carvings or to commission Hank for your own custom carving, please contact him.

Sanderling

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This bird is in the sleeping position and is about 7 inches long. It is in the sandpiper class of shorebirds. The sanderling is the shorebird that appears to be chasing waves at the beach—it is very quick and smooth running. View slideshow

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Avocet

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Though found on the East Coast this bird is more prominent on the West Coast. It is large-18 inches from tip of beak to the tip of the tail and very striking especially in its breeding plumage shown here. View slideshow

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Killdeer

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A very active and widespread (all over the U.S.) bird that is at home on the shoreline or far from the water in upland habitats. It is about 10 inches long.  View slideshow

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Lesser Yellowlegs

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This bird is found all over the U.S. About 11 inches long this appears as a very delicate bird. It is often confused with the Greater Yellowlegs which is about 4 inches longer.  View slideshow

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Piping Plover

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The piping plover is one of the smallest of the plovers. It is found along the eastern and Caribbean coastlines and it has been on and off the endangered species list for the past few years. This shorebird is known for its stubby orange bill which is tipped in black, its narrow breastband and its pale upperparts and face. It is mounted with a wooden dowel on a piece of Long Island driftwood.  View more photos

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