Metal Bird - Kingfisher / Kotare

Bring the beauty of native New Zealand birds to your backyard with our life-sized Kōtare silhouette.

The Kōtare’s impressive bill is not just pretty — it’s a mighty tool for survival. Known for its territorial dive attacks and unique burrowing habits, this iconic native Kingfisher is all action and attitude. You’ll often spot one poised on a powerline, patiently watching and waiting. It’s no surprise a group of them is called “a concentration.” Now you can bring that same focused energy home, with a sculpture that’s both striking and meaningful.

They’re known for sitting perfectly still, waiting to strike — whether it’s fish, insects or even a small reptile. And when it comes to nest-building? These clever birds use that impressive bill like a jackhammer, ramming decaying wood to hollow out the perfect nest.

Our Kōtare is:
✓ Striking and elegant – 19cm high × 31cm wide, approx. 300g
✓ Easy to send – packaged in our standard A4 box (31 × 21 × 1cm)
✓ Same-day dispatch – on weekday orders placed before 2pm
✓ Made locally in NZ – crafted in a family-owned factory
✓ Designed for the long haul – 3mm Corten steel develops a rich patina
✓ A breeze to install – hammer it into a tree, post or fence and enjoy