Cairns Birdwing Caterpillar Earrings (Statement 7cm)

$24.00 $42.00

Discover Far North Queensland’s extraordinary and unique bugs and insects.

These XL wooden earrings feature the bold, spiky caterpillar of the Cairns Birdwing Butterfly—Australia’s largest and most iconic butterfly species. Native to the rainforests of Far North Queensland, this design is laser-cut from responsibly sourced wood and fitted with hypoallergenic stainless steel hooks. A perfect gift for butterfly lovers, insect nerds, and FNQ wildlife collectors.

Discover Far North Queensland’s extraordinary and unique bugs and insects.

These XL wooden earrings feature the bold, spiky caterpillar of the Cairns Birdwing Butterfly—Australia’s largest and most iconic butterfly species. Native to the rainforests of Far North Queensland, this design is laser-cut from responsibly sourced wood and fitted with hypoallergenic stainless steel hooks. A perfect gift for butterfly lovers, insect nerds, and FNQ wildlife collectors.

    • Dimensions: 5cm x 5cm (4mm thickness)

    • Findings: Hypoallergenic stainless steel fishhook findings, comfortable for sensitive ears.

    • Eco-friendly Materials: FSC-certified, responsibly sourced Cherry/Maple/Birch/or Walnut veneered MDF (exact wood species subject to availability).

    • Design: UV resistant, high saturation, matte finish, single-sided design.

  • The Cairns Birdwing Butterfly (Ornithoptera euphorion) is the largest of all Australian butterflies, with a wingspan of up to 25 cm. These striking insects fly elegantly and gracefully through the rainforest. The male displays vivid iridescent green and black wings, while the larger female is less brightly coloured.

    Cairns Birdwing Butterflies have a relatively short adult lifespan, living for only about five weeks. Their caterpillars feed on several species of native Aristolochia vine, which is toxic. The caterpillars are immune to these toxins, storing them in their red spines—a Darth Vader-like colouration that warns predators they are poisonous.

    Recognisable and celebrated across Far North Queensland, the Cairns Birdwing Butterfly symbolises the beauty and fragility of the rainforest.

  • -       Remove item when showering, swimming or when in contact with water.

    -       Remove for sleep or exercise.

    -       Avoid contact with lotions, perfume or excessive sunlight.

    -       Keep in a cool, dry location when not being warn.

    -       Handle with care.

    Due to the nature of this material, each piece is subject to the natural variations in wood grain, texture and colour expected when using natural materials. Be mindful of this before committing to buy as we do not accept returns for earrings as outlined in our returns policy.

  • -       Cairns Local: Designed and assembled in Cairns by artist Jenna Minchin: Owner of The Jungle Collection, Cairns local of 13 years, established artist and regionally recognised entrepreneur. 

    -       Support Small: We operate from our retail store in the heart of Cairns city, in Oceana Walk Arcade (since Sept 2024). To keep our focus small & sustainable, we only hold small quantities of stock, choosing to create small batches of products to respond to demand.

    -       Sustainably Focused: To honour the Rainforest and the wildlife within it, we strive to use ethical, sustainable and responsibly sourced materials for our products (when possible, to do so). This includes responsibly sourced wood, recycled acrylic, reclaimed steel and recycled papers. More information on this can be found in our policy page.