Don Balke (B. 1933) "Snowshoe Hare" Watercolor

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  Don Balke (North Carolina, B. 1933)
  "Snowshoe Hare"
  Signed lower right. Original Watercolor on Illustration Board.
  
  Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.
  
  This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood commemorative cover for the Baby Wildlife of the 50 States, postmarked January 9, 1984.
  Unlike their close relatives the rabbits, Snowshoe Hare bunnies are born covered with downy soft fur and with their eyes wide open. These adorable creatures of the forest venture from their birthplace at a very young age. In fact, about two weeks after birth, the young hares are foraging for food on the forest floor, although the mother still supplements their diet with her rich milk. During the warm months the young Snowshoe Hares romp through the forests of Connecticut in their "summer dress" -- the natural brown fur that camouflages the hares against the dull earthen colors. But with the coming of winter, the Snowshoe Hare's coat is transformed into a beautiful winter white to blend in with the drifting snow. Because these furry mammals change color with the seasons, they are often referred to as Varying Hares. The Varying Hare uses its large hair-covered feet to glide effortlessly across deep drifts without sinking into the snow. When the hare is startled it will drop down into the snow and remain motionless. Perfectly camouflaged against the snowy background, only its dark tipped ears and glistening black eyes peer out from the winter whiteness. Quivering slightly, the white hare waits patiently for suspected danger to pass and then gleefully continues its romp through the snow. The Snowshoe Hare is widely hunted, both by man and wild predators. As if to compensate for their short life spans, the hares are unusually prolific.
  
  Image Size: 10.75 x 12.5 in.
  Overall Size: 20 x 21.25 in.
  Unframed. (B08499)

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