{"product_id":"hand-carved-chickadee-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Chickadee Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChickadee Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Black-capped Chickadee (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/bkcchi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoecile atricapillus\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. With its bold black cap and bib, bright white cheeks, and soft grey-and-buff body, the Black-capped Chickadee is the quintessential backyard bird of North America — fearless, curious, and cheerful in even the coldest winter weather.\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\u003eBlack-capped Chickadee (\u003cem\u003ePoecile atricapillus\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\" × 4\" (W × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHanging ornament with cord loop — suitable for indoor and outdoor use\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\/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 Chickadee’s defining contrast — the crisp black cap and bib against pure white cheeks — requires precise surface carving to define those boundaries before a single brushstroke is applied. Only solid wood delivers that edge cleanly at ornament scale.\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 The bold black cap and bib, bright white cheeks, soft grey back, and buff-washed flanks are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy — a faithful portrait of the bird that brightens feeders and winter trails across North America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid basswood with non-toxic, weather-resistant paint — not plastic or resin. A renewable, biodegradable material that leaves a lighter footprint without sacrificing beauty, and durable enough for outdoor display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang it on a Christmas tree, in a kitchen window, from a garden branch, on a feeder hook, or as part of a year-round nature vignette — at 2×4\", it has the presence to hold its own in any setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for backyard birdwatchers, feeder enthusiasts, and anyone who lights up when a Chickadee lands on their hand. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together, and the Chickadee is a timeless symbol of cheerfulness and resilience.\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, the Black-capped Chickadee (\u003cem\u003ePoecile atricapillus\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the \u003cstrong\u003emost frequently logged birds in North America\u003c\/strong\u003e during winter, consistently appearing in the top species on Christmas Bird Count checklists from coast to coast. Its willingness to visit feeders in even the harshest conditions makes it a reliable and beloved presence in millions of eBird submissions each year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeBird observations have contributed to research revealing that Black-capped Chickadees \u003cstrong\u003ecan remember thousands of food cache locations\u003c\/strong\u003e simultaneously — a feat made possible by a hippocampus that actually grows larger each autumn to accommodate the increased memory demand. Citizen scientists logging Chickadee behaviour at feeders have helped researchers track how this remarkable cognitive ability varies across the species’ range.\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\u003eIt is hand-carved from solid basswood with non-toxic, weather-resistant paint — a premium, sustainably sourced hardwood chosen for its fine grain and carving precision. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor display.\u003c\/p\u003e\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 indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\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":"Default Title","offer_id":45908283228414,"sku":"PB-H-chickadee","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/20220916_223311.jpg?v=1729260483","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-gb\/products\/hand-carved-chickadee-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}