American Oystercatcher - Wall Plaque Giclee Painting Key West Rooster On The Square Chickens that roam the streets

Chickens that roam the streets of Key West are descendants of jungle fowl that originated in Cuba and the Caribbean islands

Usually laying between 3 to 4 eggs

They show off this crest while defending their nesting area

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American Oystercatcher - Wall Plaque Giclee Painting Key West Rooster On The Square Chickens that roam the streetsAmerican Oystercatcher are strictly a coastal shorebird. Downy young leave nest shortly after hatching. Both parents feed young for at least 2 months. During this time they are learning to forage as their beaks grow strong. Population declined dramatically in 19th century, then recovered well in the 20th century. Theyve learned to adapt to the coastal development often nesting on dredge spoil islands. This beautiful giclee is perfectly color matched,