South Island Kokako

New Zealand Wattlebirds 👁 466 views Updated 2026-11-01

South Island Kokako (<em>Callaeas cinereus</em>) is a species of New Zealand Wattlebirds (<em>Callaeidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

South Island Kokako (Callaeas cinereus) is a species of New Zealand Wattlebirds (Callaeidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Callaeas; binomial: Callaeas cinereus; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1788).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extinct in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Kokako becomes South Island Kokako with split of North Island Kokako.

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