Decoy, Redhead (Hen), Adam Hartung

Object/Artifact

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The Cardinal Collection

Name/Title

Decoy, Redhead (Hen), Adam Hartung

Entry/Object ID

4.44.11791

Description

Redhead ducks can form flocks in the thousands when they are not in the breeding season. Females have the recognizable dusky red head, although it is faded on this example. This decoy dates from circa 1880 to circa 1920, and it is believed Adam Hartung of Sandusky, Ohio carved it.

Location

Building

Magee Marsh Visitor Center

Ohio State Wildlife Area

Magee Marsh Wildlife Area