Purple Gallinule Woven Ornament

This unique fair-trade ornament represents the Purple Gallinule. This long-legged bird found in North America and the southern tropics wades in water near marshes and lakes feeding on fish and aquatic invertebrates. It feeds mostly on fruit but also eats insects. It will look great hanging on your Christmas tree, rear-view mirror or adding a colorful touch to another part of your home.

The sale of these ornaments supports forest conservation and helps meet local needs in traditional communities in Peru. This craft was woven by artisans from the village San Francisco on the Maranon River with natural chambira palm fiber.