North Island Brown Kiwi
North Island Brown Kiwi (<em>Apteryx mantelli</em>) is a species of Kiwis (<em>Apterygidae</em>) in the order Kiwis.
Overview
North Island Brown Kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) is a species of Kiwis (Apterygidae) in the order Kiwis. A flightless nocturnal bird of New Zealand with tiny vestigial wings, hair-like feathers and a long curved bill; females lay enormous eggs relative to body size; feeds on worms and insects by probing the forest floor; national symbol of New Zealand.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Apteryx; binomial: Apteryx mantelli; authority: Bartlett, AD, 1852. Typical size: 35-50cm. Average lifespan: 10-25 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: Australasia.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
