Stingray - GLIDER

Intake: May 11, 2026

Found: Assateague Island, Maryland — flat in wet sand, mistaken for something living.

Condition on arrival: Good.

Temperament: Still. Watchful. Says very little and misses nothing.

Light: Moderate to low. He’s striking in a darker room, which is unusual here.

Attention: Very low. Possibly the most independent resident we have.

Good with children: Yes.

Good with other residents: Prefers his own wall.

Requirements: A wide, clear space — he needs room either side of him to read properly.

Hook: “A birdwatcher reported him. As wildlife.”

A birdwatcher on Assateague radioed in a sighting and we came out to find Glider lying flat in the wet sand, doing an extremely convincing impression of something alive. He is still, watchful and almost entirely self-sufficient. He needs width — clear wall on both sides — and he is one of the very few residents who looks better in a darker room than a bright one.

Product Details:

Dimensions: 14" x 13" x 1.5"

Weight: 1.3 lbs

Material: Authentic driftwood

Finish: Weathered hand-painted finish
Display: Wall hanging or shelf styling
Use: Indoor or covered patio
Care: Wipe clean with a dry cloth; avoid cleaning agents

Note: Each piece may vary slightly in color, texture, and finish due to its handmade nature.