-
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 Giant White-tailed Rat (Uromys caudimaculatus) is one of Australia’s largest native rodents, weighing up to 1 kg with a body length of around 30 cm and a long, thick tail ending in white fur that aids balance. Its fur is grey-brown above and creamy white beneath.
This nocturnal omnivore inhabits the tropical rainforests of north-eastern Queensland and is also found in New Guinea and the Aru Islands. Equipped with strong jaws and continuously growing incisors, it can crack open hard-shelled fruits and nuts—and has even been known to damage steel rubbish bins in search of food. Its diet includes fruit, seeds, fungi, insects, small reptiles, amphibians, and bird eggs, and it plays a crucial role in dispersing seeds and fungal spores throughout the forest.
Breeding peaks during the wet season, with a gestation period of around 36 days. Litters usually consist of two to three young, which remain with their mother for about three months. Despite habitat pressures, the species remains widespread and is listed as Least Concern.
-
- 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 worn.
- 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.
