Nasturtium

A Tui keeps a watchful eye on the artificial pink bird, near his bird feeder. The silver eye enjoys a drink while another climbs the Nasturtium vine below. While the birds are native the vine is not and if not held in check Nasturtium vine will cover everything in its path, along with the house - the artists family home in Kauri, Whangarei. Flora and Fauna have been constantly introduced into New Zealand ever since humans have migrated here even though many are dangerous to the local inhabitants - they were introduced due to their attractiveness and/or a nostalgia for home.