Brown Kiwi (apteryx australis)
Tokoeka

Size: 40 cm, 2.2/2.8 kg (male/female)

Description: A medium-sized, flightless, nocturnal bird coloured brown/grey and streaked reddish brown. Long ivory-coloured bill with long whiskers. Surprisingly large when standing fully erect.

Habitat: Native forest, scrub, exotic forest and tussockland. Most common in Northland and Stewart Island. Active thoughout the day on Stewart Island.

Status: Protected threatened endemic.

Breeding: June-March. 1-2 very large eggs. Shared incubation (dependent on location). Chicks hatch fully feathered - look just like miniature adults.

Distinguishing Features: Long, slender, ivory-coloured bill; flightless; nocturnal; powerful runner.

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