{"product_id":"hand-carved-rosy-faced-lovebird-clip-on-bird-ornament","title":"Rosy-faced Lovebird Clip-on Bird Ornament – Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRosy-faced Lovebird Clip-on Ornament – Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Rosy-faced Lovebird (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/peflov\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAgapornis roseicollis\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. Every hand-carved detail captures the species’ vivid emerald-green body, rosy-pink face and throat, and brilliant blue rump — one of the most beloved and recognisable parrots in the world, cherished both in the wild across Namibia and South Africa and as a companion bird on every continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\u003eRosy-faced Lovebird (\u003cem\u003eAgapornis roseicollis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Basswood — lightweight, fine-grained, sustainably sourced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-carved \u0026amp; hand-painted by skilled artisans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 inches (10 cm) in length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring-clip base — attaches to tree branches, wreaths, garlands \u0026amp; more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike resin, this solid basswood piece allows for anatomical precision found in our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/clip-on-bird-ornaments\"\u003eClip-on Bird Ornament Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Basswood is the material of choice for master carvers worldwide: its tight, even grain accepts fine detail cuts without splitting, holds paint with exceptional fidelity, and ages beautifully over decades. Rendering the Rosy-faced Lovebird’s jewel-bright colour transitions — from deep rose at the face to vivid green along the body and electric blue at the rump — requires the kind of layered hand-painting that only a fine-grained wood substrate can support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved from solid basswood and hand-painted to replicate the Rosy-faced Lovebird’s signature emerald, rose, and cobalt plumage — vibrant enough to catch the eye, accurate enough to satisfy serious birders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from sustainably sourced wood, not plastic or resin. Choosing wood means a lower carbon footprint and a piece that biodegrades naturally at end of life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring-clip base grips Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, potted plants, curtain rods, and gift ribbon — a joyful year-round display piece, not just a seasonal decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e A perfect romantic gift for birdwatchers, parrot lovers, and anyone celebrating a 5th (wood) anniversary or Valentine’s Day. Ships gift-ready and pairs beautifully with a field guide or nature journal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐦 Did You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccording to eBird data, feral populations of the Rosy-faced Lovebird (\u003cem\u003eAgapornis roseicollis\u003c\/em\u003e) have established thriving colonies in Phoenix, Arizona — making it one of the few African parrot species with a self-sustaining wild population in North America, with thousands of sightings logged by eBird contributors each year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeBird records show that Rosy-faced Lovebirds are highly gregarious, typically reported in flocks of 5–20 birds foraging together — their tight pair bonds and mutual preening behaviour are among the most frequently noted observations in eBird checklists, inspiring their beloved common name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is this ornament made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSolid basswood — a premium, fine-grained hardwood prized by carvers for its ability to hold intricate detail. It is not resin, plastic, or composite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe gently with a dry or very lightly dampened soft cloth. Avoid soaking or submerging in water. Store in a cool, dry place between seasons to preserve the hand-painted finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you carry other species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/clip-on-bird-ornaments\"\u003eClip-on Bird Ornament Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for dozens of North American and global species, all hand-carved from solid basswood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODEN ISLANDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518451540222,"sku":"PB-C-on-Lovebirds","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/Rosy-faced_Lovebird_clip-on_bird_ornament.jpg?v=1777979130","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-au\/products\/hand-carved-rosy-faced-lovebird-clip-on-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}