The scissor-tailed flycatcher is an elegant gray and salmon-pink colored bird with an absurdly long tail. Providing unique beauty could have been a life s purpose yet, they also serve farmers and gardeners by feasting upon harmful insects. The scissor-tailed flycatcher is a symbol of unique beauty and service. 2 in. x 2.25 in. x 7.5 in. Each figural glass ornament produced by Old World Christmas is hand crafted in age-old tradition using the same techniques that originated in the 1800's. Molten glass is mouth-blown into finely carved molds made exclusively for Old World Christmas, before a hot solution of liquid silver is poured inside. The ornaments are then hand-painted and glittered in a series of labor-intensive steps to achieve the beautiful creations.