Snake by Karl Haala birds remains one of the most

remains one of the most significant mythological figures in Kakadu

A magpie goose protecting its precious egg

Karl was born in Darwin on the 8th of January 1999 to artist Jacqueline Cahill

By the end of the Bangkerreng season

Dimensions: 29cm W x 21cm H | Canvas

Snake by Karl Haala birds remains one of the mostKarl Haala Nawarndak, the file snake, is an aquatic snake that can grow up to 2. 5 metres in length and survives on a monthly snack of fish found in the Kakadu waterways. Considered a delicacy highly prized for its rich fat and eggs, Nawarndak is cooked over hot coals. Not an easy catch, they're generally collected when the water levels are low as they congregate around the banks and tree trunks along the water's edge to escape the heat of the day.