This tūī is one of Aotearoa’s most recognisable native birds. Known for its glossy dark plumage and distinctive white throat tufts, the tūī is an accomplished songbird, with a complex range of calls and the ability to mimic other sounds.

Tūī play an important role in the ngahere, feeding on nectar, fruit and insects while pollinating native plants and dispersing seeds. Within Māori culture, the tūī is associated with communication and oratory, reflecting the importance of kōrero and the spoken word.

This piece ships after 6th Nov 2026. Exclusive to Mountain Jade, this one-off art piece forms part of the 2026 Ngā Tamariki-a-Tāne-Mahuta Collection, celebrating the beauty and character of Aotearoa’s native birds through pounamu and contemporary carving. This collection will be on display in our Rotorua store from Thursday 1st October. Pieces may be purchased throughout the exhibition period but only be shipped once the exhibition concludes on 6th November. Read more.