{"product_id":"hand-carved-sultan-tit-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Sultan Tit Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSultan Tit Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sultan Tit (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/sultit1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelanochlora sultanea\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. Each piece is hand-carved from solid basswood and finished by hand to capture the Sultan Tit's regal glossy-black plumage, brilliant lemon-yellow underparts and crest, and its commanding, heavyweight presence — the undisputed king of the tit family and the largest tit species in the world.\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\u003eSultan Tit (\u003cem\u003eMelanochlora sultanea\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 and hand-painted; each piece is one-of-a-kind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 2 in (5 cm) height\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  \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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHand-Painted Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Basswood is the material of choice for master carvers worldwide — its tight, even grain holds crisp feather detail that resin casting simply cannot replicate. It is also naturally lightweight, making it ideal for hanging displays, and its porous surface accepts hand-applied pigments that deepen in character over time, giving each ornament a warmth and authenticity that mass-produced alternatives lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Farmhouse \u0026amp; Cottagecore:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sultan Tit's bold contrast of jet-black and brilliant yellow makes it one of the most visually striking ornaments for cottagecore shelves, farmhouse mantels, and botanical gallery walls — dramatic, regal, and impossible to overlook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved from sustainably sourced basswood rather than petroleum-based resin or plastic, this piece is a conscious choice for the environmentally minded collector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang it on a Christmas tree, a year-round branch display, a window latch, or a gift wrapping accent — its bold black-and-yellow silhouette commands attention in any setting and any season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standout present for birdwatchers, Southeast Asian wildlife enthusiasts, and serious nature lovers. Solid wood is also the traditional material for the \u003cstrong\u003e5th wedding anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a beautifully crafted and symbolically resonant keepsake.\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 Sultan Tit (\u003cem\u003eMelanochlora sultanea\u003c\/em\u003e) is the largest member of the family Paridae in the world — eBird checklists from its range across the foothills of the Himalayas, southern China, and Southeast Asia consistently note it foraging high in the forest canopy, where its size and powerful bill allow it to exploit food sources unavailable to smaller tit species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird community observations from Thailand, Myanmar, and southern China show that Sultan Tits are frequently encountered in mixed-species foraging flocks, where their large size and bold yellow-and-black plumage make them the most immediately identifiable bird in the group — a quality that makes them a favourite subject for citizen science photographers and a reliable anchor species for birders navigating complex canopy flocks.\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 fine-grained, lightweight hardwood prized by carvers for its ability to hold intricate detail. 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 lightly dampened soft cloth. Avoid soaking or prolonged moisture exposure to preserve the hand-applied finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you have other bird species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/hanging-bird-ornaments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHanging Bird Ornaments Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for a growing range of species, each carved and painted with the same anatomical care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODEN ISLANDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42955836522750,"sku":"PB-H-Sultan-tit-Hanging","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/20220916_215425.jpg?v=1729247883","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-au\/products\/hand-carved-sultan-tit-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}