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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.
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The Willie Wagtail (Rhipidura leucophrys) is a lively black-and-white songbird, measuring around 19–21 cm in length and weighing just 17–24 g. Its long, fanned tail—constantly wagging from side to side—gives the bird its name and is a signature display of its restless energy.
Common and widespread across mainland Australia (excluding Tasmania), as well as New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and parts of Indonesia, the Willie Wagtail thrives in open woodlands, urban gardens, parks, and farmlands. It often accompanies livestock, darting behind cattle or sheep to catch insects disturbed by their movement, or even perching on their backs as a mobile hunting platform.
These bold little birds are fiercely territorial, attacking much larger species—even kookaburras and wedge-tailed eagles—to defend their patch. Their call rings out both day and night, especially during the breeding season. Willie Wagtails form monogamous pairs and build neat, cup-shaped nests from grass, bark strips, and spider webbing, often lining them with fur or hair. They lay two to four eggs and may raise up to four broods in a season.
With their adaptable habits and fearless demeanour, these charming birds remain one of Australia’s most familiar backyard presences.
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- 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.
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- 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.
