Little Spotted Kiwi
Apteryx owenii
Near ThreatenedAves · Apterygiformes · Apterygidae
About
The little spotted kiwi, also known as little grey kiwi or kiwi pukupuku, is a small flightless bird in the kiwi family, Apterygidae. It is the smallest of the five kiwi species, at about 0.9 to 1.9 kg, about the size of a bantam. It is endemic to New Zealand, and in pre-European times occurred in both main islands, but is now mainly restricted to a number of small offshore islands and mainland reserves protected by pest-exclusion fences.
Fun Fact
It is the smallest of the five kiwi species, at about 0.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in rough grassland and scrub, indicating that either they prefer other habitats or they simply need a larger territory to support themselves in these areas.
Diet
Eat grubs and other small insects that are found underground, and occasionally eat berries.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change