🥲 A kiwi is a small, flightless bird native to New Zealand and is considered one of the country’s most iconic animals. Unlike most birds, kiwis have hair-like feathers, strong legs, and no visible tail, giving them a very distinctive appearance. They are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night, and have an excellent sense of smell, which is unusual for birds. Their long beak has nostrils at the tip, helping them sniff out insects and worms in the soil. Kiwis are also unique because they lay

Manukura — New Zealand’s Rare White Kiwi. In 2011, a tiny kiwi named Manukura hatched with pure white feathers — a natural wonder and a symbol of hope for Aotearoa’s wildlife. Though she’s gone, her spirit continues to inspire conservation across New Zealand. 🕊️#Manukura #WhiteKiwi #NZWildlife #ConservationNZ #PukahaMountBruce #KiwiBird #Aotearoa #Taonga #NatureNZ #ProtectOurWildlife | New Zealand Brand

A rare kiwi with white feathers has been filmed strolling about Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre in the Wairarapa. In the viral video, captured by one of the wildlife centre’s rangers during the morning feed round, the male kiwi named Mapuna is seen walking through the bush heading back to his burrow. Rather than blending in with the foliage like a normal kiwi, Mapuna stands out as it struts across the bush. 📹: Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre 🔗: Read the full story via the link in our bio. | nz

Visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre and discover how we help to protect Kiwi, for generations to come. | Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ