{"product_id":"hand-carved-tufted-titmouse-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Tufted Titmouse Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTufted Titmouse Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tufted Titmouse (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/tuftit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBaeolophus bicolor\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 distinctive pointed grey crest, soft peach flanks, and bold black forehead patch, the Tufted Titmouse is one of the most characterful and instantly recognisable visitors to backyard feeders across eastern North America.\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\u003eTufted Titmouse (\u003cem\u003eBaeolophus bicolor\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  \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 Tufted Titmouse’s signature crest — a sharp upswept point that gives the bird its alert, inquisitive expression — is a structural carving challenge that only solid wood handles with the required crispness. Resin casts invariably soften this defining feature into a rounded blur.\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 pointed grey crest, black forehead patch, soft peach flanks, and compact round body are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy — a faithful portrait of the bird that brightens winter feeders across the eastern United States.\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 kitchen window, from a feeder hook, or as part of a backyard bird vignette — the Titmouse’s cheerful personality translates beautifully into year-round decor.\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 Titmouse visits their garden. 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 Tufted Titmouse (\u003cem\u003eBaeolophus bicolor\u003c\/em\u003e) has been \u003cstrong\u003esteadily expanding its range northward\u003c\/strong\u003e over the past several decades, with citizen science checklists documenting its spread into southern Canada — a shift researchers attribute in part to the proliferation of backyard feeders and milder winters driven by climate change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird observations reveal that Tufted Titmice are \u003cstrong\u003eremarkably bold and curious\u003c\/strong\u003e — they are among the first species to investigate new feeders and will often take sunflower seeds directly from a patient human hand. This fearless behaviour makes them one of the most frequently and enthusiastically logged birds in suburban and urban eBird checklists across the eastern US.\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":"Default Title","offer_id":42957754990846,"sku":"PB-H-Tufted-Titmouse-Hanging","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/20220916_222819.jpg?v=1728997350","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-gb\/products\/hand-carved-tufted-titmouse-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}