StatusEndemic
RarityUncommon
Height18 cm
Weight35 g
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Did You Know?
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"The Pīhoihoi is a member of the wagtail family, known for their characteristic tail flicking behaviour."
Field Guide
New Zealand Pipit
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The New Zealand Pipit or Pīhoihoi, a native ground-dwelling bird found throughout the country, is about the size of a common sparrow. Known for its distinctive tail-bobbing motion, this slender brown bird brings life to New Zealand's open spaces.
Distribution Map
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Diet
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