South Island Alpine Dragon
December 2025 / digital (Procreate)
Inspired by the Kea (Nestor notabilis), a species of parrot endemic to the South Island of New Zealand. It is one of my favorite species.
Kea were considered guardians of the mountains for the Waitaha Maori during their search for Pounamu (greenstone).
Source: Meet the kea parrot: Mischievous guardians of the mountains
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