Ring-tailed Lemur Balsa Ornament balsa-insect these shiny necklaces will never

these shiny necklaces will never tarnish

and even swim if need be

The scales on the back of their wings overlap and refract the light giving them the vivid

In many countries

These cute little sand-cast sculptures are created out of old car parts and scrap aluminum collected from garbage dumps in Nicaragua

Ring-tailed Lemur Balsa Ornament balsa-insect these shiny necklaces will neverRing tailed lemurs are primates that hail from Madagascar. Lemurs help to spread seed and pollen. What people recognize most is the lemur's furry ringed tail, which is longer than the its body. Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand carved and then painted with non toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".