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Saddleback Species

New Zealand contains 2 of Saddleback species. These include North Island Saddleback and South Island Saddleback.

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North Island Saddleback

Philesturnus rufusater

The North Island saddleback, or tīeke, is a striking native bird of New Zealand, about the size of a blackbird. This cha...

Image of South Island Saddleback

South Island Saddleback

Philesturnus carunculatus

The South Island saddleback, or tīeke in Māori, is a striking native bird of New Zealand, about the size of a blackbird....