Handcrafted Wooden Cactus Sculpture

Handcrafted Ironwood sculpture depicting a Saguaro cactus with a bird, likely a roadrunner, perched in front. Ironwood is a very dense and hard wood native to the Sonoran Desert.  6.5” tall x 6” wide Helpful information: * Ironwood trees are ecologically important in the Sonoran Desert, acting as "nurse plants" for other species. 
 * The wood is extremely dense, so much so that it sinks in water. 
 * Ironwood trees can live for a very long time, with some estimated to be up to 800 years old. 
 * Native American tribes have historically used various parts of the ironwood tree for medicinal purposes, food, and tools. 
 * The sculpture likely originates from the 1970s and is a popular example of Southwestern home decor.  Comes from smoke free and pet 🐕‍🦺🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛ friendly home. Gift 🎁 with each purchase. Bundle for more💰savings and one shipping fee. If you have any questions about this item, please let me know. Please note that I use recycled packaging. Thank you.