Description

Adorable Pīwakawaka earrings cleverly cast in sterling silver from an original Tania Mallow carving, finished with sterling silver hooks.

This utterly delightful design celebrates the native New Zealand Pīwakawaka (Fantail) bird in profile. It has been skillfully brought to life in precious metals with its characteristic tail feathers fanned out in celebration as Tania’s favourite bird.

The Pīwakawaka is one of Aotearoa’s most treasured and celebrated native birds. It is impossible not to fall in love with their cheeky chirrups and fluttery movements. Often the companion of bush walkers, they follow along collecting the tiny bugs stirred up by walkers. Spreading their fan-shaped tails, they will chatter and tell you a story as a sign of appreciation. It is clear to see why they are known as the ‘messengers’ of our native bird population.

“The Pīwakawaka or Fantail is one of my favourite New Zealand birds. They are so joyful and playful and always make me smile.”

Tania Mallow is a regular monthly supporter of BirdCare Aotearoa.

30% of all sales will support BirdCare Aotearoa’s rehabilitation efforts to save wild birds.

Refund: If the product is faulty or not fit for use, we will happily provide a refund under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act.