Ducks and their natural habitat go hand in hand. This painting highlights the habitat and life of ducks in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I have also included a study below on Great Lakes sea duck migration patterns to provide additional context.
Ducks often land on lakes where they mate, feed, and rest. Whether you enjoy watching ducks or hunting them, their behavior and presence in natural ecosystems can be appreciated in many ways. As I share my artwork, I also wanted to include relevant scientific research to deepen understanding and help others learn more about the species that inspire it.
This acrylic painting is available for purchase for $150, with free shipping included.
Ducks on a Lake Acrylic Painting 11"X14"
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Atlantic and Great Lakes Sea Duck Migration Study
Biodiversity Research Institute. (n.d.). Atlantic and Great Lakes sea duck migration study. Retrieved May 12, 2026, from https://briwildlife.org/waterfowl-movement-studies/
Purpose
Researchers are studying sea ducks to better understand why many North American species are experiencing population declines.
Technology
The study uses satellite telemetry to track individual birds across breeding, molting, and wintering sites.
Species Studied
The project focuses on four species: Black Scoter, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, and Long-tailed Duck.
Findings
More than 300 tagged ducks have revealed three primary migration routes: a coastal pathway, an overland route through the Great Lakes, and an overland route through the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Location
Birds have been tracked to breeding grounds ranging from northern Quebec and Hudson Bay to the Northwest Territories.
Behavioral Patterns
Tagged ducks appear to return to the same wintering areas each year and consistently use the same migration routes.
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