StatusEndemic
RarityRare
Height40 cm
Weight2250 g
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"Rowi have cat-like whiskers on their face to help them navigate in the dark."
Field Guide
Okarito Brown Kiwi
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The Okarito kiwi, also known as Rowi, is a rare and fascinating flightless bird native to New Zealand. About the size of a chicken, this nocturnal creature has a distinctive long, curved beak and shaggy, hair-like feathers. Its unique appearance and behaviour make it a true Kiwi icon.
Distribution Map
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Diet
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