Manumea
A living link to the past, and a critical call to action.
The Manumea, or ‘Little Dodo,’ is one of the most critically endangered birds in the world — and the last of its kind. Found only in Samoa, this mysterious bird is so rare that fewer than 70 are thought to exist in the wild. Its deep, echoing wingbeat is said to sound like distant thunder, and its powerful red bill is a haunting callback to its extinct cousin, the Dodo.
Our steel silhouette honours the Manumea in all its uniqueness — and contributes to its survival. 30% of proceeds from this piece go directly to Samoan Conservation Society and BirdLife International’s Preventing Extinctions Programme, helping to fund boots-on-the-ground protection and education.
✓ 26cm high × 33cm wide, approx. 300g – eye-catching and symbolic
✓ Easy to send – fits in a flat A4 gift box (31cm × 21cm × 1cm)
✓ Same-day dispatch – order before 2pm on weekdays
✓ Locally made – crafted in a family-owned NZ workshop
✓ Built to endure – 3mm Corten® steel forms a weathered patina that lasts for life
✓ Gives back – 30% of proceeds go directly to conservation initiatives
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Manumea
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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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