Kōkako
New Zealanders know the Kōkako by its haunting, flute-like song—a call so powerful it carries through valleys long after the bird is out of sight.
And while the South Island Kōkako is now extinct, this sculpture honours the North Island survivor, whose blue wattles, masked face and powerful legs make it one of Aotearoa’s most distinctive native birds.
Celebrate this rare forest treasure with a life-sized, weathering steel sculpture that’s both beautiful and meaningful. Perfect for forest lovers, native bird nerds, and anyone who appreciates birdsong over buzzwords.
✓ Striking in silhouette – 32cm high × 21cm wide, approx. 300g
✓ Crafted from 3mm Corten® steel – develops a beautiful patina, not rust
✓ Made locally in NZ – cut and finished in a family-run workshop
✓ Gift-ready – flat-packed in an A4 box (31cm × 21cm × 1cm)
✓ Ships same day – weekday orders before 2pm fly out fast
✓ Easy to install – no tools needed, just tap into a tree, post or fence
Style With
Kōkako
AS SEEN IN
Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.
When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.
That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.
This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.
The Patina Process:
At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.
The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.
what’s the word on the bird?
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