{"product_id":"hand-carved-rock-pigeon-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Rock Pigeon Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRock Pigeon Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Rock Pigeon (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/rocpig\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eColumba livia\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. One of the most successful and widely distributed birds on Earth, the Rock Pigeon’s soft grey plumage, iridescent neck feathers, and compact rounded form are rendered here in hand-carved solid basswood — available in White, Gray-S, and Gray-L to suit every collector and display.\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\u003eRock Pigeon (\u003cem\u003eColumba livia\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\u003eStyle Variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite · Gray-S (small) · Gray-L (large) — 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 Rock Pigeon’s subtly iridescent neck — shifting between green, purple, and bronze depending on the light — requires layered hand-painting on a precisely carved form. That depth of finish is what separates a true artisan piece from a mass-produced ornament.\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 compact rounded body, iridescent neck patch, white rump, and characteristic head-bobbing posture are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy — a faithful portrait of the world’s most cosmopolitan bird, available in three styles.\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 city-themed display, on a windowsill, or as part of a peace-themed arrangement — the pigeon’s universal symbolism of peace and unity makes it welcome in any home and any season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect present for birdwatchers, urban nature lovers, peace advocates, and anyone who appreciates the beauty in the everyday. Also a meaningful 5th anniversary gift — wood is the traditional material for five years together, and the white pigeon is a timeless symbol of enduring love and peace.\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 Rock Pigeon (\u003cem\u003eColumba livia\u003c\/em\u003e) has been recorded on \u003cstrong\u003eevery inhabited continent on Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the most globally distributed birds in the entire eBird database. From the streets of Hong Kong to the plazas of Buenos Aires, citizen scientists log this species more consistently across urban environments than almost any other bird on the planet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eeBird observations confirm that Rock Pigeons have an \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary navigational ability\u003c\/strong\u003e — they can find their way home from distances of over 1,000 miles using a combination of magnetic field sensing, solar navigation, and landmark memory. This remarkable capability made them indispensable as wartime messengers, and their homing behaviour continues to be studied by researchers using GPS tracking and citizen science data.\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":"White","offer_id":45778797330686,"sku":"PH-H-Pigeon-1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray-S","offer_id":45778797363454,"sku":"PH-H-Pigeon-3","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray-L","offer_id":45778797396222,"sku":"PH-H-Pigeon-2","price":32.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/20240714_170158.jpg?v=1725708212","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-sg\/products\/hand-carved-rock-pigeon-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}