Kererū / Wood Pigeon
Easy & Fun To Install
Create Special Moments
Timeless Piece of Art
Supports Bird Conservation
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Big. Bold. Beautiful. The Kererū doesn’t do subtle, and neither does this sculpture.
From its thunderous wingbeats to its comical landings in fruit-laden trees, the Kererū is a beloved icon of the Aotearoa skies. Known for its striking size, iridescent plumage, and important ecological role, this native wood pigeon is the only bird left that can swallow and spread large native seeds — keeping giants like Tawa and Karaka alive and well.
Our silhouette captures that round-bellied charm in enduring Corten® steel, bringing a bit of native drama and delight to any backyard. Whether you’re celebrating wildlife, gifting something uniquely Kiwi, or honouring a memory under the trees — this big bird brings real heart.
✓ Bold native tribute – 30 cm high × 34 cm wide, approx. 300 g
✓ Built to weather beautifully – Made from 3 mm Corten® steel that forms a protective rust-hued patina
✓ Proudly made in NZ – Produced in a local, family-run workshop
✓ Gift-ready packaging – Ships in a flat A4 box (31 × 21 × 1 cm)
✓ Same-day dispatch – Orders placed weekdays before 2 pm ship fast
✓ Easy to install outdoors – No tools required, just a hammer and a sturdy post or tree
Our birds are designed with 3mm CorTen steel to form a protective patina that deepens and strengthens with the seasons. This patina will deepen in shade over the years until it reaches a deep brown/charcoal black hue.
This self-sealing aspect of CorTen steel provides a quality guarantee of up to 100 years, ensuring that our product lasts a lifetime and remains completely corrosion resistent.
What might initially resemble generic rust is simply the air and water-tight patina forming over a six month period, so don’t panic! Your Metalbird is doing exactly what it’s been designed to do, and this patina will protect the steel from any further damage and disintegration.
CorTen steel does not require any treatments, oils or chemical additives and is therefore extremely environmentally friendly.
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INSTALL IS FUN & EASY
Step 1 : Unbox your Metalbird
Step 2 : Pick the perfect spot & tap tap tap
Step 3 : Admire for decades to come
MADE FROM PREMIUM CORTEN STEEL
Corten Steel or ‘Weathering Steel’ is used in high-end exterior architecture, for good reason. Exposed to the elements, within weeks it develops a patina that seals the steel and preserves it for decades. It also leaves a beautiful even colouring that will get darker over the years.
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SPECIAL METALBIRD MOMENTS
FREE PERSONAL MESSAGE INCLUDED