The Piping Plover is a much beloved inhabitant of sandy ocean beaches.  Their coloration provides them with an extraordinary ability to move about undetected.   Sadly, the Piping Plover is either threatened or endangered in all of its range in the United States.  This Plover is carved from southern tupelo wood.  Many  thin layers of acrylic wash have been applied creating great depth of subtleties  and softness in the feathers.  The base and eggs are carved from one piece of white pine.