North Island Brown Kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) — Near Threatened Aves

North Island Brown Kiwi

Apteryx mantelli

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Apterygiformes · Apterygidae

About

The North Island brown kiwi is a species of kiwi that is widespread in the northern two-thirds of the North Island of New Zealand and, with about 35,000 remaining, it is the most common kiwi species. The eggs laid by the North Island brown kiwi are among the largest eggs relative to its body size.

Fun Fact

North Island brown kiwis lay eggs that weigh up to 20% of the mother's body weight — proportionally the largest egg of any bird — and the chick hatches fully feathered and independent.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native temperate forests

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

25-50 years

Threats

  • Poaching
  • Illegal Wildlife Trade
  • Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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