Superb Lyrebird
A natural-born performer — now at full stage scale.
With tail feathers shaped like a musical instrument and the vocal range of a pop star, the Superb Lyrebird is one of nature’s greatest showmen. Known for mimicking chainsaws, camera shutters and car alarms, this forest-dwelling mimic has a talent for turning heads — and this sculpture is no exception.
At nearly A2 in size, this is one of the largest birds in the Metalbird flock — and it makes a dramatic entrance wherever it’s installed. The silhouette captures the Lyrebird’s extravagant tail, confident pose, and all the flair that makes it a true icon of the Australian bush.
Better still? 10% of all sales support BirdLife Australia, helping protect threatened native birds and the habitats they call home.
✓ Extra-large size... 59cm high × 40cm wide, approx. 800g
✓ No retail packaging... ships in bubble wrap for safe delivery
✓ Same-day dispatch... on weekday orders before 12pm
✓ Crafted in Australia... by a family-run local workshop
✓ Corten steel construction... weathers beautifully over time
✓ Simple install... tap or wedge into firm ground or timber
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Superb Lyrebird
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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.
