Apterygiformes Collection

Little Spotted Kiwi or Kiwi Pukupuku, Apteryx owenii. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.3 Plate 49 Date: 1888

Scene in New Zealand, with some of its remarkable birds
Plate 13 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Geographical Distribution of Animals, (1876)

Southern brown kiwi (Apteryx australis) primative flightless bird endemic to New Zealand, Stewart Island, New Zealand

Great spotted kiwi (Apteryx hstii) Captive, Otorohanga Breeding Facility, New Zealand

Brown kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) in nocturnal kiwi house with reversed daylight cycle, Orana Wildlife Park, Christchurch, New Zealand. February

Stewart Island Brown Kiwi / Southern Tokoeka (Apteryx australis lawryi), female probing by scent for sand hoppers in rotting kelp beach wrack, Ocean Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand

Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male known as Scooter patrolling his territory, from population of 200. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Great Spotted Kiwi (Apteryx hstii) foraging in rainforest habitat at night, NW Nelson, South Island, Otorohanga Breeding Facility, New Zealand

Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis), South Island, New Zealand
Kiwis are flightless, nocturnal birds, so are seldom seen. They are currently listed as endangered. Habitat loss and predation by dogs, stoats, ferrets and cats have all contributed to this

Rowi or Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male called Scooter in rainforest habitat. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) feather detail resembling mammalian hair. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Kiwi, c. 1850 (w / c on paper)
1065186 Kiwi, c.1850 (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

Kiwi Mantells, 1852 (w / c on paper)
780857 Kiwi Mantells, 1852 (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

Southern Tokoeka / Stewart Island Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis lawryi) female drinking from stream after feeding on sand hoppers in rotting kelp. Ocean Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand. Endemic

Stewart Island Brown Kiwi / Southern Tokoeka (Apteryx australis lawryi), female probing by scent for sand hoppers in rotting kelp beach wrack, Ocean Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand

North Island Brown Kiwi, Apteryx mantelli. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.3 Plate 48 Date: 1888

Great Spotted Kiwi Roa, Apteryx hstii
Great Spotted Kiwi or Roa, Apteryx hstii. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.4 Plate 54 Date: 1888

Apteryx australis, Brown Kiwi, side view

Bird skeletons C016 / 5669
Skeletons of a brown kiwi (Apteryx australis, left) and a white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster, right)

Apteryx australis, brown Kiwi, Haliaeetus leucogaster, white
Skeletons of a brown kiwi (Apteryx australis) and a white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) from The Dorling Kindersley Nature Encyclopedia, (1998)

Apteryx australis, brown kiwi
Watercolour by Richard Laishley (c. 1863-83)

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Apterygiformes, also known as the Little Spotted Kiwi or Kiwi Pukupuku, are a group of remarkable birds that can be found in the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand. These unique creatures have captured the hearts of many with their distinct features and behaviors. In the Otorohanga Breeding Facility, we can witness the captivating sight of a Great Spotted Kiwi (Apteryx hstii) in captivity. This bird stands tall, showcasing its stunning plumage and majestic presence. Moving to a nocturnal kiwi house with a reversed daylight cycle, we encounter a Brown Kiwi (Apteryx mantelli). This elusive creature roams under dim lighting conditions, perfectly adapted to its nighttime lifestyle. Meanwhile, an Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) named Scooter diligently patrols his territory. With determination in his eyes, he ensures the safety of his domain within the Okarito Forest. Venturing into NW Nelson's rainforest habitat at night unveils another species - the Great Spotted Kiwi (Apteryx hstii). Here we witness this fascinating bird foraging amidst lush green foliage as it searches for sustenance under cover of darkness. Traveling further south to South Island brings us face-to-face with the Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis), an iconic symbol of New Zealand. These birds gracefully roam their native land, leaving footprints on our hearts along their path. The North Island Brown Kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) is yet another member of this extraordinary avian family. Endemic to New Zealand's North Island region, these kiwis add charm and character to their natural surroundings. Among them is also the Southern brown kiwi (Apteryx australis), representing primitive flightless birds exclusive to New Zealand. Their existence serves as a testament to the country's rich biodiversity and unique wildlife.