Kokako Collection

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North Island Kokako ( Callaeas cinerea ), Pukaha Mount Bruce Wildlife Centre, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand Date: 18/01/2007

South Island kokako (extinct) and bell miner
South Island kokako, Callaeas cinereus (extinct) and bell miner, Manorina melanophrys. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

South Island kokako, Callaeas cinerea cinerea, extinct
South Island (New Zealand) kokako, Callaeas cinerea cinerea, declared extinct in 2007 (Cinereous wattle bird, Calloeas cinerea)

Foreign birds (coloured engraving)
997703 Foreign birds (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Kokako Callaeus cinereus Tiri Titiro Matangi Island New Zealand

North Island Kokako, Callaeas wilsoni. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.1 Plate 1 Date: 1888

Yellow-billed oxpecker, Buphagus africanus, and orange-wattled kokako, Callaeas cinerea (extinct).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural

North Island Kokako (Callaeas cinerea wilsoni) adult, wearing leg rings, walking along branch, Tiritiri Matangi Island, Hauraki Gulf, North Island, New Zealand, november

Kokako Bird DH 2293 North Island, New Zealand. Callaeas cinerea © Don Hadden / ARDEA LONDON
DH-2293 KOKAKO BIRD North Island, New Zealand. Callaeas cinerea Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Flightless North Island Kokako. Mount Bruce Conservation Centre North Island New Zealand
MAB-466 Flightless North Island Kokako. Mount Bruce Conservation Centre North Island New Zealand Callaeas cinerea wilsoni Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The kokako, scientifically known as Callaeas cinerea, is a fascinating bird species native to New Zealand. With its distinctive blue-grey plumage and melodious song, the kokako has captured the hearts of many nature enthusiasts. However, it is important to note that there are two subspecies - the South Island kokako (extinct) and the North Island kokako. The South Island kokako, also known as Callaeas cinerea cinerea, unfortunately became extinct due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species such as bell miners. Speaking of foreign birds, a coloured engraving showcases various exotic avian species alongside our beloved kokakos. These illustrations remind us of the diverse beauty found in nature around the world. Returning our focus back to New Zealand's own treasures, we find ourselves on Tiri Titiro Matangi Island. This sanctuary serves as a refuge for numerous endangered species including the Kokako Callaeus cinereus. Its presence on this island highlights conservation efforts aimed at preserving these unique creatures for future generations. In November on Tiritiri Matangi Island in Hauraki Gulf, lucky observers may catch sight of an adult North Island Kokako feeding on leaves. This particular subspecies (Callaeas cinerea wilsoni) showcases its vibrant yellow-billed oxpecker companion while enjoying its natural diet. As we marvel at these captivating images from New Zealand's rich biodiversity hotspot, let us remember how crucial it is to protect and conserve these precious habitats. Only through collective efforts can we ensure that future generations will continue to witness the beauty and wonder of creatures like the magnificent Kokakos in their natural environment.