Meet the Kākāriki

The Kākāriki - meaning "small green parrot" in te reo Māori - is a vivid little parakeet endemic to Aotearoa. Bright emerald green with a distinctive crimson crown and patches behind the eye, it's one of New Zealand's most striking native parrots - once common across the mainland, now largely restricted to predator-free islands and protected sanctuaries.

Kākāriki are inquisitive, energetic birds, foraging in trees and on the forest floor for seeds, berries, fruit, and insects. Usually seen alone or in pairs, they sometimes form small flocks over autumn and winter, filling the bush with their rapid, chattering call. Quick learners and capable problem-solvers - as clever as they are colourful.

Each Kākāriki is handcrafted in Arrowtown by Jack Stobart - individually shaped from natural stone with carved timber and resin detailing, reflecting the bird's vivid colouring and lively character. No two are exactly alike.

Each piece has a threaded bolt set into the base, so it can be displayed however suits your space - perched on a post or ledge, or mounted onto an M6 rod pushed into a garden bed or pot plant.

Approx. dimensions 20(h)x 15(w) x 20(d) cm