Quail

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A dapper little globe with a jaunty plume.

Meet the California Quail—round as a pebble, head crowned with a forward‑curled feather, and famous for that “chi‑ca‑go!” call. Our silhouette leans into the patterning and posture that make quail so lovable. Stage it in a gravel bed, raised planter, or among grasses and you’ll swear you’ve got a covey nearby. Cut from Corten steel, it settles into a warm patina that flatters desert palettes and lush borders alike.

Instant personality... 10.5" × 6" (27 × 15 cm), ~8 oz (227 g)
Premium, weatherproof steel... patina protects in every season
Gift‑ready letter box... 11" × 8" × ¼" (28 × 20 × 0.6 cm)
Versatile placement... posts, raised beds, planter rims, trellises
Maintenance‑free... no sealing or repainting required

Perch your quail where paths meet.

  1. Choose a friendly heightknee to waist level suits this ground‑dweller.
  2. Angle with poise – a tiny forward lean reads as alert and curious.
  3. Tap the thick end – use short, controlled blows into solid timber.
  4. For soil beds – pre‑set a wooden stake and tap into that for best hold.
  5. Add company – a second quail (or grasses) suggests a foraging covey.

Top Tip: Plant blue fescue or Mexican feather grass around the base—the textures echo quail country and make the plume pop.

Does the plume wobble in wind?
The silhouette is a single, strong cut—no moving parts—so it stays crisp in a breeze.

Will it attract real quail?
Silhouettes don’t attract wildlife, but low shrubs, seed, and safe cover make your yard quail‑friendly.

Safe to tap into fence rails?
Yes—choose solid timber and avoid very thin or cracked boards.

How does the finish age?
Grey to warm amber within weeks; then it stabilises—zero maintenance.

Gift idea?
Perfect for gardeners with an eye for pattern and anyone who loves a quirky plume.

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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.

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