{"product_id":"hand-carved-long-tailed-tit-hanging-bird-ornament-classic","title":"Long-tailed Tit Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood Classic 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLong-tailed Tit Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Long-tailed Tit (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/lottit1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAegithalos caudatus\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 fluffy white-and-pink body, bold black-and-white head stripes, and a tail nearly twice the length of its body, the Long-tailed Tit is one of Europe’s most instantly recognisable and universally adored garden birds — a tiny, animated pompom that travels in noisy, acrobatic winter flocks through hedgerows and woodland edges.\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\u003eLong-tailed Tit (\u003cem\u003eAegithalos caudatus\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\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 Long-tailed Tit’s defining proportions — an almost spherical body paired with a tail disproportionately long for its size — present a unique structural carving challenge. Only solid wood can be carved to achieve the clean, tapered tail form without the brittleness that would cause resin or thin plastic to snap at the join.\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 fluffy white-and-pink body, bold black-and-white head stripe, rosy shoulder patches, and signature long graduated tail are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy — a faithful portrait of one of Europe’s most beloved and photogenic garden birds.\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 winter-themed room, from a garden branch, or as part of a European garden bird collection — the Long-tailed Tit’s whimsical proportions make it a standout in any setting and any season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for European birdwatchers, garden birding enthusiasts, and anyone who has stopped in their tracks to watch a flock of Long-tailed Tits tumble through a winter hedgerow. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together.\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, Long-tailed Tits (\u003cem\u003eAegithalos caudatus\u003c\/em\u003e) travel in \u003cstrong\u003efamily groups of up to 20 birds\u003c\/strong\u003e through winter, moving together through woodland and hedgerow in a characteristic ‘follow-my-leader’ procession. Citizen scientists logging eBird checklists frequently note these roving flocks, making the Long-tailed Tit one of the most reliably group-reported species in European winter garden bird surveys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeBird observations have contributed to research revealing that Long-tailed Tits practise \u003cstrong\u003ecooperative breeding\u003c\/strong\u003e — when a pair’s nest fails, the adults will help raise the chicks of close relatives instead. This remarkable altruistic behaviour, documented across European populations, has made the species a key subject in the study of kin selection and cooperative behaviour in birds.\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 — 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":"Default Title","offer_id":42957769834750,"sku":"PB-H-Long-tailed-tit-Hanging","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/products\/20220916_214806.jpg?v=1729248506","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-sg\/products\/hand-carved-long-tailed-tit-hanging-bird-ornament-classic","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}