Laysan Duck

Name: Laysan Duck
Brand: Metalbird Canada - CC
SKU: CA-REG-LAYS
Price: 69.9 CAD
Availability: InStock

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Description

A gentle survivor, honoured in steel.

The Laysan Duck—one of the world’s rarest waterfowl—wears quiet beauty: a white “comma” around each eye, dappled brown plumage, and a flash of teal underwing. Our silhouette pays tribute to this shy Hawaiian native while helping protect what remains. 30% of proceeds support Preventing Extinctions (BirdLife International), backing urgent conservation where it counts.

✓ Conservation impact... 30% of proceeds support BirdLife’s Preventing Extinctions
✓ Distinctive detail... captures the Laysan’s eye‑comma and serene posture
✓ Display‑ready size... 11 in (28 cm) high by 11.4 in (29 cm) wide, ~8oz (227 g)
✓ Premium quality... 1/8‑inch (3 mm) Corten steel with protective patina
✓ Low‑maintenance... no repainting—ages beautifully outdoors
✓ Gift‑worthy... letter box 11" x 8" x ¼" (28 x 20 x 0.6 cm)

Place your rare treasure with care

Pick waterside vibes – ponds, barrels, or rock gardens echo its wild home.
Hold level – a calm, horizontal line suits this quiet species.
Seat the stake – tap the thick end with a hammer until secure.
Check stability – ensure it’s firm against wind and curious visitors.
Frame with grasses – soft planting adds a marsh‑edge feel.

Top Tip: A shallow water bowl or rain chain nearby invites reflections that make your Laysan look like it’s resting by a lagoon.

Why focus on the Laysan Duck?
It’s critically rare, with a tiny natural range in Hawaii. Our piece raises awareness while funding on‑the‑ground protection through Preventing Extinctions.

What exactly does my purchase support?
Conservation led by BirdLife International’s Preventing Extinctions programme—habitat restoration, predator control, and species monitoring where needed most.

How durable is the artwork?
Corten steel is engineered for outdoor life. The patina shields the metal, so it weathers elegantly through seasons.

Any placement ideas?
Near water features, river rocks, or sedges. The silhouette reads beautifully against reflective or textural backgrounds.

Will patina stain hardscape?
Early weathering can leave light residue. Install over soil/mulch or seal pale stone if runoff is a concern.

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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.