These handmade stud earrings depict the Tītipounamu / Rifleman, the smallest bird in Aotearoa! This pair is of a male (green) and a female (brown).

Pounamu is the te reo māori word for Aotearoa greenstone/jade which is a taonga or treasure. The bird's feathers reflect their namesake's beautiful colours; a mixture of greens, browns and whites.

The population of Tītipounamu is growing on Tiritiri Matangi Island but they are amongst the more challenging to spot becasue they are so small and quick!

• Laser cut rimu wood

• Approx 2cm wide & 1.5cm high

• Hand Painted (each pair is unique)

• Surgical Stainless steel posts (good for sensitive ears)

• Finished naturally with beeswax

• Not designed to be worn swimming or in the shower

• NZ Made

These earrings are created by a NZ creative who has their own small business called “Natty”. Natty has been designing, creating and making for over 20 years and is based in Wellington. They are inspired by aotearoa’s unique species and aim to evoke and celebrate the natural environment rather than impact on it. They aim to use natural materials for making and packaging as well as using local suppliers. 

We are proud to stock their certified NZ Made products which make a wonderful memento or gift from Tiritiri Matangi Island.

All proceeds go towards our conservation and education programmes on Tiritiri Matangi Island - thank-you for your support!