Tara Iti / New Zealand Fairy Tern

With fewer than 40 adult tara iti (New Zealand fairy tern) left in the wild, this delicate seabird is New Zealand’s most endangered bird. Inspired by the ongoing conservation efforts of Auckland Zoo and the Department of Conservation (DOC), our limited-edition Tara Iti Metalbird is a tribute to resilience, care, and the fight to protect New Zealand’s wildlife.

Crafted from premium Corten® steel, this stunning silhouette is built to endure—just like the dedicated conservation efforts working to secure the future of the tara iti. As it naturally weathers into a unique patina, it serves as a timeless reminder of the importance of protecting our fragile native species.

Even better, 30% of proceeds go directly to Auckland Zoo, to support their vital work alongside DOC to hatch, hand-rear, and release tara iti chicks back into the wild—giving this precious taonga the best chance at survival.

Bring this rare taonga home and help protect its future.

Our Fairy Tern is:

✓ 31cm high by 22cm wide approximately 300g
✓ Easy to send our regular boxes are standard A4 size, measuring 31cm x 21 cm x 1cm
✓ Same day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm on weekdays
✓ Made locally in a family-owned factory, right here in NZ
✓ Crafted from 3mm Corten steel and designed to last a lifetime
✓ Easy to install holding on a downwards angle simply tap the thickest end of the stake with a hammer or mallet until secure