{"product_id":"hand-carved-parakeet-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Parakeet Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eParakeet Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Budgerigar \/ Parakeet (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/budger1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelopsittacus undulatus\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 open grasslands and scrublands of Australia, the Budgerigar is the world’s most popular pet bird — beloved for its cheerful chatter, acrobatic personality, and extraordinary range of colour mutations. Choose from \u003cstrong\u003ePink\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYellow\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBlue\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYellow-Green\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eGreen\u003c\/strong\u003e (wild-type) to match your own bird or complete your collection.\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\u003eBudgerigar \/ Parakeet (\u003cem\u003eMelopsittacus undulatus\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\u003e2–3\" H (approx. 5–7.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHanging ornament with jute cord loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour Variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink · Yellow · Blue · Yellow-Green · Green (wild-type) — select at checkout\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 Budgerigar’s fine barred wing markings, scalloped head pattern, and long tapered tail demand precise surface carving before the brush touches wood — details that cast resin blurs and injection moulding erases entirely. Each colour variant is individually hand-painted to match its specific mutation with care.\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 fine barred wing markings, scalloped crown pattern, long tapered tail, and characteristic upright perching posture are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy across all five colour variants — making each figure immediately recognisable to any budgie owner or aviculturist.\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 cage perch hook, or as a year-round tribute to a beloved pet — the Parakeet ornament is as much a keepsake as it is a decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for budgie owners, parakeet enthusiasts, and anyone who has shared their home with one of these endlessly entertaining birds. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together. With five colour variants available, you can match the ornament to the recipient’s own bird.\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, wild Budgerigars (\u003cem\u003eMelopsittacus undulatus\u003c\/em\u003e) form some of the \u003cstrong\u003elargest bird flocks ever recorded in Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e — with citizen scientists logging gatherings of millions of birds descending on inland waterholes following rare rainfall events. These irruption events are among the most spectacular wildlife sightings documented in the eBird database for the Australian continent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird observations of feral and escaped Budgerigars have been recorded across \u003cstrong\u003eNorth America, Europe, and Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the species’ status as the world’s most widely kept pet bird. In Florida alone, established feral populations have been documented in eBird checklists for decades — a living testament to the Budgerigar’s extraordinary adaptability and global reach.\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":"Pink","offer_id":45778789466366,"sku":"PB-H-Parakeet-1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":45778789499134,"sku":"PB-H-Parakeet-2","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":45778789531902,"sku":"PB-H-Parakeet-3","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow-Green","offer_id":45778789564670,"sku":"PB-H-Parakeet-4","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":45778789597438,"sku":"PB-H-Parakeet-5","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/20240722_162050.jpg?v=1729063063","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-sg\/products\/hand-carved-parakeet-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}