{"product_id":"hand-carved-hummingbird-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Hummingbird Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHummingbird Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hummingbird (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/rthhum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eArchilochus colubris\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 curve, wing angle, and iridescent color variant reflects the species as it truly appears in the wild — captured in four hand-painted colorways.\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\u003eHummingbird (\u003cem\u003eArchilochus colubris\u003c\/em\u003e — Ruby-throated)\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\u003eColor Variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA – Brown Winged, B – Purple Winged, C – Pink Winged, D – Green Winged\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 result is a piece that captures the hummingbird's legendary dynamism in a form that feels substantial and timeless, unlike hollow or cast alternatives.\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 Each wing curve, beak taper, and body silhouette is carved and painted to match field-guide accuracy — available in four expressive colorways to suit any palette.\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 — it works 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.\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 Ruby-throated Hummingbird (\u003cem\u003eArchilochus colubris\u003c\/em\u003e) is the most widely reported hummingbird in North America, appearing in \u003cstrong\u003emillions of checklists\u003c\/strong\u003e each spring as it migrates up to 500 miles non-stop across the Gulf of Mexico.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird sightings reveal that hummingbirds beat their wings up to \u003cstrong\u003e80 times per second\u003c\/strong\u003e — a feat so extraordinary that early ornithologists struggled to document it before high-speed photography existed. Today, citizen scientists log their arrivals and departures to track climate-driven shifts in migration timing.\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":"A Brown winged","offer_id":43668425081086,"sku":"PB-H-A-Brown-winged","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"B Purple winged","offer_id":43668425113854,"sku":"PB-H-B-Purple-winged","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"C Pink winged","offer_id":43668425146622,"sku":"PB-H-C-Pink-winged","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"D green Winged","offer_id":43668425179390,"sku":"PB-H-D-green-Winged","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/20220917_013841.jpg?v=1728989556","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-gb\/products\/hand-carved-hummingbird-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}