Hard to see it but even though it's small we still love it. So many more trees to decorate..
Mini Kookaburra
Description
A familiar big-beaked face in a smaller size. The Mini Kookaburra is a 6 × 9 cm steel silhouette for a little timber perch, or a thoughtful extra beside a card.
6 cm high × 9 cm wide · Approx. 100 g · 3 mm Corten steel · Made in Australia.
Big kookaburra character. Little steel bird.
The beak and upright pose make this little kookaburra easy to recognise. We’ve kept the outline simple and the cut-outs clear, even at this smaller scale.
Choose a spot close enough to appreciate the detail. The comparison photograph shows the mini beside the full-size bird; this listing is for one Mini Kookaburra only.
Material and weathering
Corten is weathering steel. Outdoors, its surface develops a rust-coloured patina. Exposure, rain and drying affect the colour and the rate of change, so each bird weathers in its own way.
Leave it unpainted to enjoy the changing finish. Choose a spot where rust run-off won’t mark pale paving, walls or other surfaces.
Installation
Choose suitable solid timber, such as a sturdy fence post or timber planter. Position the integrated mounting spike against the wood and tap it in gently with a hammer until secure. Avoid striking the bird itself. Hammer not included.
Choose a spot you have permission to use. Keep the pointed spike out of children’s reach. Give the silhouette a clear background so its cut detail can show.
Gifting
A small thank-you for a bird-loving mate, or a little reminder of home to tuck beside a card. An A6 branded kraft envelope keeps the Mini Kookaburra ready to give.
Specifications
Dimensions: 6 cm high × 9 cm wide.
Weight: approximately 100 g.
Material: 3 mm Corten weathering steel, cut as a flat silhouette with an integrated mounting spike.
Packaging: A6 branded kraft envelope.
Made in: Victoria, Australia.
Ships from: Melbourne, Australia.
Includes one steel silhouette. Hammer not included.
Australian delivery and returns
Australian orders ship from Melbourne with Australia Post. We aim to dispatch orders placed before 12 noon AEST, Monday to Friday, on the same day. This is an aim, not a guaranteed dispatch time.
Estimated delivery after dispatch: metro VIC, NSW, SA and QLD 1–3 business days; regional areas, WA and TAS 3–6 business days; NT 5–8 business days. Weather and peak periods can cause delays.
Standard shipping is $14.99 AUD per order, or $19.99 AUD to the Northern Territory. Standard shipping is free on orders over $150 AUD, excluding the NT. Your exact charge appears at checkout.
Request a return or exchange within 30 days of delivery. Birds must be unused, uninstalled and in original condition, without weathering or marks. You cover return postage unless we made a mistake. Refunds follow inspection, to the original payment method; outbound shipping is not refunded unless we made a mistake.
For exchanges, you cover return postage and we cover sending the replacement; any price difference is payable. Email info@metalbird.com.au with your order number before returning anything.
Read the Australian Help Centre
Frequently asked questions
How small is this mini?
It measures 6 cm high × 9 cm wide and weighs approximately 100 g. It comes in an A6 branded kraft envelope. This listing is for the mini size.
Does the full-size Kookaburra in the comparison photo come with it?
No. The comparison photo shows the size difference. This listing includes one Mini Kookaburra.
What is the Mini Kookaburra made from?
It is cut from 3 mm Corten weathering steel in Victoria, Australia. The unpainted surface develops a rust-coloured patina outdoors.
How do I install it?
Tap the integrated mounting spike into suitable solid timber with a hammer. Avoid striking the bird itself. Hammer not included.
Will weathering stain nearby surfaces?
Rust run-off can mark pale paving, pots or walls. Choose the position carefully and allow the steel to weather naturally.
Where does it ship from, and can I return it?
It ships from Melbourne with Australia Post. Request returns within 30 days of delivery while it is unused, uninstalled and in original condition. See Delivery and returns for charges and full conditions.
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Mini Kookaburra
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.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 15 reviews.
Very cute but smaller than I expected
This was given as a gift and they loved it- they are putting it up outside the kitchen window so they can see it often
Smaller than I imagined but cute and perfect for a small spot I have in mind . I’ll be buying more as the budget allows
Beautiful piece of art
Both the kookaburra and magpie are beautifully crafted and a wrapped up under the Christmas tree as gifts for family members.
Recipient of this item loved it. The mini kookaburra makes a great gift.
So so cute. Beautifully made.xmas gift for hubby,hes obsessed with kookas.
Looks great. Will find perfect spot.
Awesome
My friend LOVED it!
A great gift. I would highly recommend
Excellent gift, highly recommend
Very cute
Love them!
