Birdlife x Metalbird - Swift Parrot
A flash of green. A heart for home. A species on the edge.
The Swift Parrot is one of the world’s fastest and most endangered travellers. Each year, these bright beauties migrate from Tasmania to mainland Australia, chasing flowering eucalypts across the southeast. But with only around 500 left in the wild, they’re in serious trouble — losing habitat, breeding sites, and time.
This silhouette honours their brilliance and their battle. Whether you're a bird lover, conservation supporter, or simply someone who wants art that matters, the Swift Parrot makes a striking and meaningful addition to any outdoor space.
✓ Supports real conservation work... 30% of proceeds go directly to BirdLife Australia
✓ Sized to stand out... 29.8cm high × 20cm wide, approx. 300g
✓ Gift-ready packaging... ships flat in our A4 box: 31cm × 21cm × 1cm
✓ Quick dispatch... same-day send-off on weekday orders before 12pm
✓ Locally made... crafted in a family-run factory right here in Australia
✓ Built to last... made from 3mm Corten® steel, designed to weather beautifully
✓ Effortless to install... simply tap in with a hammer on a downward angle
By placing a Swift Parrot in your garden, you become part of something bigger — helping restore habitats, raise awareness, and protect a species on the brink.
Become part of the Metalbird Global Art Project, and let your backyard say something that matters.
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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.
