New Zealand Tui Bird Merino Wool Dress Sock NZNC
New Zealand Tui Bird Merino Wool Dress Sock NZNC
New Zealand Tui Bird Merino Wool Dress Sock NZNC
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New Zealand Tui Bird Merino Wool Dress Sock NZNC

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Product Information  
SKU: 9052
UPC: 9421025114229
Weight: 0.10 KGS
Gift wrapping: Options available
Shipping: Calculated at Checkout
Description  

The New Zealand Tui in a Rata features on these socks which are part of our Kiwiana inspired pictorial socks range with imagery of iconic New Zealand native flora and fauna. Great for gifts and souvenirs.

Features of Tui Dress Socks

  • 60% Merino, 37% Nylon, 3% Elastane 
  • Proudly made in New Zealand in Norsewood

Size Guide - NZ/UK 5-10 mens, US 6-11, Euro 37-43, NZ Womens 6-11

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*Conservation status: Not Threatened

Population: Can be locally abundant where there is good pest control and flowering/fruiting habitat.
Found in: North, South and Stewart Islands, and their offshore islands; they are scarce only in drier, largely open, country east of the Southern Alps.
Threats: Predation, habitat loss

The Tui are common throughout New Zealand in forests, towns and on off-shore islands. They are found in native forests, bush reserves and bush remnants.

They are adaptable birds, and can also be found in suburban areas, particularly in winter if there is a flowering gum about. These attractive birds can often be heard singing their beautiful melodies long before they are spotted.

If you are fortunate to glimpse one you will recognise them by their distinctive white tuft under their throat. This tuft contrasts dramatically with the metallic blue-green sheen to their underlying black colour.

The Tui are unique (endemic) to New Zealand and belong to the honeyeater family, which means they feed mainly on nectar from flowers of native plants such as kōwhai, puriri, rewarewa, kahikatea, pohutukawa, rātā and flax. Occasionally they will eat insects too. They are important pollinators of many native trees and will fly large distances, especially during winter for their favourite foods.

The Tui will live where there is a balance of ground cover, shrubs and trees. They are quite aggressive, and will chase other Tui and other species (such as bellbird, silvereye and kereru) away from good food sources.

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3 reviews
  • Socks 3

    Posted by Mark Shannon on 7th May 2023

    I find socks a tight fit,and was worried they would split getting them on,I'm a size 10 men's aus

  • Endemic Bird Merino Socks 5

    Posted by Pippi Jane on 13th Aug 2021

    Love these socks! My partner and I have several pairs and love sporting endemic New Zealand birds as well as being kept cosy and fresh in New Zealand merino wool. Support local delight in unique socks I say. Highly recommend this product.

  • Beautiful Socks! 5

    Posted by Maria on 19th Apr 2016

    These socks were exactly what I was after for a gift exchange. I've sent them on to a lady in Russia who no doubt will appreciate the NZ made woollen socks Excellent customer service, socks arrived much sooner than expected. Thanks!

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3 reviews
  • Socks 3

    Posted by Mark Shannon on 7th May 2023

    I find socks a tight fit,and was worried they would split getting them on,I'm a size 10 men's aus

  • Endemic Bird Merino Socks 5

    Posted by Pippi Jane on 13th Aug 2021

    Love these socks! My partner and I have several pairs and love sporting endemic New Zealand birds as well as being kept cosy and fresh in New Zealand merino wool. Support local delight in unique socks I say. Highly recommend this product.

  • Beautiful Socks! 5

    Posted by Maria on 19th Apr 2016

    These socks were exactly what I was after for a gift exchange. I've sent them on to a lady in Russia who no doubt will appreciate the NZ made woollen socks Excellent customer service, socks arrived much sooner than expected. Thanks!

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