Kakapo
Moss chicken? More like national treasure.
Meet the Kākāpō… twice Bird of the Year, Sir David Attenborough’s favourite, and the world’s heaviest, longest‑living parrot. Once down to the brink, Kākāpō numbers are climbing thanks to fierce conservation—209 legends now roam predator‑free islands. Our XL Kākāpō silhouette brings that story home in 3 mm Corten steel that weathers to a warm, protective patina. At 39 × 40 cm, it’s big, gentle presence for paths, flax beds, or a shady corner where green on green looks perfectly at home. Tap it in with a hammer and you’ve just added an icon—and a great yarn for visitors.
✓ XL presence… 39 cm (H) × 40 cm (W) including branch/spike for real impact
✓ Enduring build… 3 mm Corten forms a protective patina—no repainting
✓ Simple install… tap‑in stake; pre‑drill for very hard woods
✓ Gift‑ready… large letter box 39 × 34 × 1 cm; approx. 450 g
✓ Conversation starter… a daily nod to NZ conservation and quiet resilience
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Kakapo
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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