RESEARCH
Bird of Paradise (Flower)
Birds of Paradise, also known as Crane
flowers is one of the most beautiful Exotic flowers. Birds of Paradise are native to South
Africa. Birds of Paradise bloom from September through May.
The flowers of the Birds of Paradise resemble
a brightly colored bird in flight and so the name Birds of Paradise.
The bird of paradise flower meaning includes joy and
paradise, as it is the quintessential tropical flower. It originates from South
Africa, where it is also nicknamed the Crane Flower. This flower has been grown
at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, South Africa since 1773. The scientific
name for the bird of paradise is Strelitzia reginae, which was named by Sir
Joseph Banks, who was the director of the royal gardens. He named genus,
Strelitzia, after Queen Charlotte who was the Duchess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.
The bird of paradise gets its name from the fact that its
flower is made of three bright orange petals and three blue petals which are
fused together into a single bud. As the flower blooms, each petal makes its
debut and the resulting shape mirrors that of a tropical bird in flight.
Bird of Paradise (Bird)
These birds
are very attractive to look at in their natural habitat. However, on taking
them out of their preferred environment, sufficient care must be provided so as
to maintain the brilliance of the appearance of the birds. While the birds
self-groom, they may also require some additional help in order to retain their
attractiveness.
In their
natural habitat, the Birds of Paradise are lively and energetic and face little
problems with health or predators. As these birds are taken out of their
habitat, some amount of care will need to be provided in order to ensure that
the birds do not face problems. The birds are quite poor in adaptability to
different climates.The
Birds of Paradise are well-known for their bright colors, elaborate design patterns
and elongated feathers. There are a number of species of birds and the males
typically exhibit a bright and brilliant appearance in order to appeal to the
female birds. The birds are lively, energetic and quite dramatic in performing
dances and rituals. Their appearance is unique and really makes them stand
apart as a species.
There
are many different species to be included in the Birds of Paradise and as such,
the size and the weight of the birds may vary by quite an extent. The smallest
of the birds may be no more than 15 cm in height and 40 g in weight, while the
largest of the birds attain a height of over a meter and can weigh up to 450 g.
The
exotic feathers displayed by the Birds of Paradise resemble none other. The
feather patters are elaborate and colorful and feathers are much elongated as
compared to other birds. Attractiveness is the prime trait of the Birds of
Paradise and they prove to be brilliant, exotic and unique.
The
Birds of Paradise are a very colorful species of birds. Colors of feathers may
include white, black, red, blue, green, yellow, grey or even brown and usually
occur in combinations. The Birds of Paradise include different types of birds
whose body types may range from small to large. The birds are sturdy, energetic
and more often than not, engage in playful activities.
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MANUFACTURING PROCESS
2 x 0.9 mm thick equal hearts are made.
Granulation is soldered on both hearts.
2 x 0.9 mm thick metal is used to make two tubes for a four prong setting.
1 mm thick wires are slightly bent and soldered vertical on both v-shaped metal base strips.
One heart is soldered on all ends of the wires.
2 x 1.2 mm oval wires are soldered at the center of v-shaped strips to balance earrings on both sides.
Four prong collet with a metal strip in the base is soldered to the 0.8 mm wire
0.9 mm thick wire is used to jump rings and shepherd hooks.
Earrings are highly polished.
