Sand Bird (Super Mario Galaxy 2)

The Sand Sailer is a bird-shaped raft that appears in Super Mario Galaxy 2. It only appears in Slipsand Galaxy, in the level "Sailing the Sandy Seas". This raft is made of an odd material of brick that disappears when it is hit by cacti and enemy attacks such as a Magikoopa's beams or Silver Chomps, however they reappear after some seconds. Within the mission, Mario must ride the Sand Sailer to avoid falling into the deadly quicksand that makes up the surface of its planet until he reaches a Power Star.

Trivia

 * The Sand Sailer heavily resembles the Sand Bird from Super Mario Sunshine as they both resemble bird-like creatures and are made of sand.