~ Small Wonder ~
Original Carving Date: 2009 - Release Date: 1/21/2010 - Small Treasure Jest
Fixed Edition - Edition Size: 400
Artist: Peter Calvesbert - Made in UK
The Kakapo is a flightless nocturnal parrot from New Zealand.
Never far away from extinction, in 2009 only 124 were left.
Their numbers began to decline when non-native plants and
animals were introduced into their habitat. The survivors live on Codfish and
Anchor islands where members of the Kakapo Recovery Programme monitor their progress.
The remaining parrots all have names (except for a few chicks).
Peter couldn’t find a “Peter” parrot, but he did
find a “Lisa” Kakapo, so her name, along with
her partner, is inscribed on this fixed edition box figurine.
The Latin name, Strigops habroptila, can be found on the lid.
Additional carvings include “Resolution” and “Secretary” - two islands undergoing
ecological restoration. This means that all non-native plants and
animals are being removed. If successful, it is hoped that
the Kakapo can be introduced to these islands.
2" wide, 2" long and 2.25" tall.
As with any hand-painted product,
item received will be similar but unique.