Grasshopper Sparrow and Switchgrass | 8"x10" | Grasslands Art
$24.99
Created for the North American Bison Summit in 2025 to promote awareness of the grasslands ecosystem and bison as a keystone species. This piece celebrates the beauty and ecological importance of native grasslands and the species that depend on them.
The grasshopper sparrow is a small native bird that depends on healthy grassland habitats for nesting, shelter, and food. Often found in open prairies and meadows, this species has experienced population declines due to habitat fragmentation, mowing, development, and the loss of native grasslands across North America.
Switchgrass is a deep-rooted native prairie grass that plays an important role in supporting these ecosystems. Its dense growth provides cover for wildlife, helps prevent soil erosion, improves soil health, and supports biodiversity within grassland environments.
Together, the grasshopper sparrow and switchgrass highlight the importance of protecting and restoring native grasslands, an ecosystem that supports pollinators, birds, carbon storage, water retention, and overall ecological resilience.
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8"x10"
Drawn and printed in house by me, shipping personally by me. Printed on heavy weight 100% cotton paper.
Created for the North American Bison Summit in 2025 to promote awareness of the grasslands ecosystem and bison as a keystone species. This piece celebrates the beauty and ecological importance of native grasslands and the species that depend on them.
The grasshopper sparrow is a small native bird that depends on healthy grassland habitats for nesting, shelter, and food. Often found in open prairies and meadows, this species has experienced population declines due to habitat fragmentation, mowing, development, and the loss of native grasslands across North America.
Switchgrass is a deep-rooted native prairie grass that plays an important role in supporting these ecosystems. Its dense growth provides cover for wildlife, helps prevent soil erosion, improves soil health, and supports biodiversity within grassland environments.
Together, the grasshopper sparrow and switchgrass highlight the importance of protecting and restoring native grasslands, an ecosystem that supports pollinators, birds, carbon storage, water retention, and overall ecological resilience.
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8"x10"
Drawn and printed in house by me, shipping personally by me. Printed on heavy weight 100% cotton paper.
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