This tartan was inspired by the vivid and intricate plumage of the wood duck, a distinctive North American waterfowl known for its striking colors and close association with forested wetlands. Unlike many ducks, wood ducks readily nest in tree cavities, making healthy woodland swamps, marshes, and river edges essential to their survival. While the male is famous for his bold iridescence, the female wood duck displays plumage of soft browns and grays, accented by a delicate white eye-ring and subtle patterning that provides natural camouflage while nesting.

The tartan also serves to raise awareness for wetland conservation and the protection of vital waterfowl habitats. Green represents lush wetlands; light brown reflects marsh grasses, reeds, and earthy shorelines; brown symbolizes tree bark and traditional nesting sites; black evokes the deep shadows of forested wetlands and hidden waterways; purple captures the iridescent sheen seen in the wood duck’s feathers; and orange represents both the warm glow of dawn over misty waters and the urgency of conservation efforts to understand and protect these fragile ecosystems. 💚 🤎 🖤 💜 🧡 🦆 🦆 🦆