{"product_id":"hand-carved-cockatiel-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Cockatiel Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCockatiel Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cockatiel (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/cockat\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNymphicus hollandicus\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. Native to the arid interior of Australia, the Cockatiel is the world’s most widely kept parrot — and one of the most beloved companion birds on earth. Choose the classic \u003cstrong\u003eWhite\u003c\/strong\u003e, the natural \u003cstrong\u003eGray\u003c\/strong\u003e, or the \u003cstrong\u003eWhite + Gray pair\u003c\/strong\u003e to celebrate both colour morphs together.\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\u003eCockatiel (\u003cem\u003eNymphicus hollandicus\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) per figure\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\u003eColour Variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite (single) · Gray (single) · White + Gray (pair set)\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 Cockatiel’s slender elongated crest, tapered tail, and distinctive cheek patch demand this level of material integrity — structural details that cast resin rounds off and injection moulding erases entirely.\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 swept-back crest, orange cheek patch, and long tapered tail are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy across both colour morphs — White (lutino) and Gray (wild-type) — making each figure immediately recognisable to any cockatiel owner or parrot enthusiast.\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 bird room, from a perch stand, or as a year-round tribute to a beloved pet — the Cockatiel ornament is as much a memorial keepsake as it is a decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for cockatiel owners, parrot lovers, and anyone who has shared their home with one of these gentle birds. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together, and the White + Gray pair makes the symbolism especially fitting.\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, wild Cockatiel (\u003cem\u003eNymphicus hollandicus\u003c\/em\u003e) flocks are most frequently logged in the \u003cstrong\u003earid and semi-arid interior of Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e — particularly around waterholes in the outback — where citizen scientists have documented their nomadic movements tracking rainfall and seed availability across thousands of kilometres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeBird observations of feral and escaped Cockatiels have been recorded on \u003cstrong\u003eevery inhabited continent\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the species’ status as the world’s most widely kept parrot. These sightings, carefully flagged by eBird reviewers, provide a fascinating global map of the Cockatiel’s reach far beyond its Australian homeland.\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\u003eEach figure 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\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\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":"White","offer_id":42955841437950,"sku":"PB-H-Cockatiel-Hanging-white","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":42955841470718,"sku":"PB-H-Cockatiel-Hanging-gray","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White + Gray","offer_id":43552650035454,"sku":"PB-H-Cockatiel-White-Gray","price":50.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/cockatiel-carved-and-painted-wooden-bird-ornaments-655203.jpg?v=1729067060","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-sg\/products\/hand-carved-cockatiel-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}