{"product_id":"hand-carved-chicken-hanging-bird-ornament","title":"Chicken Hanging Ornament - Hand-Carved Solid Basswood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChicken Hanging Ornament — Hand-Carved Solid Basswood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Domestic Chicken (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/redjun\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGallus gallus domesticus\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. Descended from the Red Junglefowl of Southeast Asia, the Domestic Chicken is the world’s most numerous bird — with over 33 billion individuals on Earth at any given time. Choose the classic \u003cstrong\u003eHen\u003c\/strong\u003e, the bold \u003cstrong\u003eRooster\u003c\/strong\u003e, or the vibrant \u003cstrong\u003eRed\u003c\/strong\u003e colourway to bring barnyard charm to your home.\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\u003eDomestic Chicken (\u003cem\u003eGallus gallus domesticus\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\u003eHen · Rooster · Red — select at checkout\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 Chicken’s distinctive comb, wattle, and layered feather patterns require precise surface carving to define each structural element before painting. Only solid wood delivers the dimensional clarity that makes these features read correctly at ornament scale — 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 distinctive comb, wattle, layered feather patterns, and characteristic upright posture are carved and painted to field-guide accuracy across all three style variants — Hen, Rooster, and Red — making each figure immediately recognisable to any farm enthusiast or poultry keeper.\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 farmhouse kitchen, from a barn hook, or as part of a countryside animal collection — the Chicken’s universal charm 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 farm enthusiasts, backyard chicken keepers, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and character of these remarkable birds. 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, the Domestic Chicken (\u003cem\u003eGallus gallus domesticus\u003c\/em\u003e) is the \u003cstrong\u003emost numerous bird species on Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e — with an estimated 33 billion individuals, outnumbering every wild bird species combined. eBird tracks feral and free-ranging chicken populations across the world, with notable established populations logged by citizen scientists in Hawaii, the Caribbean, and parts of Southeast Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeBird observations of the wild ancestor of the Domestic Chicken — the Red Junglefowl (\u003cem\u003eGallus gallus\u003c\/em\u003e) — reveal that \u003cstrong\u003epure wild populations are increasingly rare\u003c\/strong\u003e due to hybridisation with domestic chickens near human settlements. Citizen scientists logging eBird checklists in Southeast Asia have contributed to research identifying the last remaining genetically pure Red Junglefowl populations — making every confirmed sighting a scientifically significant record.\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":"Hen","offer_id":45778731008254,"sku":"PB-H-Chicken-1","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rooster","offer_id":45778731041022,"sku":"PB-H-Chicken-2","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":45778731073790,"sku":"PB-H-Chicken-3","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/20240716_155337.jpg?v=1725704703","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/products\/hand-carved-chicken-hanging-bird-ornament","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}