StatusEndemic
RarityUncommon
Height45 cm
Weight2600 g
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"Great Spotted Kiwi have an excellent sense of smell and can locate food by sniffing with nostrils at the end of their bill."
Field Guide
Great Spotted Kiwi
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The Great Spotted Kiwi, also known as Roroa, is New Zealand's second largest kiwi species. This flightless bird is endemic to the South Island, with a distinctive brownish-grey plumage mottled with white spots. Its unique appearance and nocturnal habits make it a fascinating, albeit elusive, creature.
Distribution Map
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Diet
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