{"product_id":"hand-carved-cardinal-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Cardinal Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCardinal Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Northern Cardinal (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/norcar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCardinalis cardinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) is inspired by the global avian data and sightings tracked by eBird, the world’s largest biodiversity database maintained by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Choose the brilliant crimson \u003cstrong\u003eMale\u003c\/strong\u003e or the warm tawny-red \u003cstrong\u003eFemale\u003c\/strong\u003e — each carved and painted to reflect the species exactly as it appears in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthern Cardinal (\u003cem\u003eCardinalis cardinalis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Basswood — sustainably sourced, knot-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-carved and hand-painted by skilled artisans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" H (5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHanging ornament with cord loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle Variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMale (vivid red) or Female (tawny buff-red) — select at checkout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike resin, this solid basswood piece allows for anatomical precision found in our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/hanging-bird-ornaments\"\u003eHanging Bird Ornaments Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Basswood is the preferred medium of master carvers worldwide — its tight, uniform grain accepts fine detail cuts without splintering, holds paint with exceptional fidelity, and ages gracefully without warping. The Cardinal’s distinctive crest, conical beak, and plumage gradients demand this level of material integrity — details that simply cannot be replicated in cast resin or injection-moulded plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e The male’s vivid scarlet crest and the female’s warm buff-red tones are individually carved and painted to field-guide accuracy — select the one that speaks to you, or collect both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid wood, not plastic or resin. A renewable, biodegradable material that leaves a lighter footprint without sacrificing beauty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang it on a Christmas tree, in a sunlit window, from a bookshelf peg, or as part of a nature-themed vignette — the Cardinal is equally at home in every season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for birdwatchers, naturalists, and anyone who appreciates handcrafted art. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together, and the Cardinal is a timeless symbol of devotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🐦 Did You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccording to eBird data, the Northern Cardinal (\u003cem\u003eCardinalis cardinalis\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the \u003cstrong\u003emost-reported birds in North America\u003c\/strong\u003e, logged in tens of millions of checklists — making it the quintessential backyard bird for birdwatchers across the continent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird observations confirm that unlike most songbirds, \u003cstrong\u003efemale Northern Cardinals also sing\u003c\/strong\u003e — often while sitting on the nest, possibly to communicate with the male about food needs. This rare trait among female songbirds makes the species especially fascinating to ornithologists and citizen scientists alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is this ornament made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is hand-carved from solid basswood — a premium, sustainably sourced hardwood chosen for its fine grain and carving precision. No resin, no plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe gently with a dry or very slightly damp soft cloth. Avoid soaking or submerging in water. Store in a cool, dry place when not displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this part of a larger collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — explore our full range of hand-carved and hand-painted bird ornaments in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/hanging-bird-ornaments\"\u003eHanging Bird Ornaments Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, featuring dozens of species for collectors and gift-givers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODEN ISLANDS","offers":[{"title":"Male","offer_id":42957749190910,"sku":"PB-H-Cardinal-Hanging-Male","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Female","offer_id":42957749223678,"sku":"PB-H-Cardinal-Hanging-Female","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/cardinal-bird-ornaments-carved-and-painted-wooden-bird-hanging-573355.jpg?v=1728993090","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-au\/products\/hand-carved-cardinal-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}