Common Birds Of New Zealand

New Zealand is known for its unique and diverse birdlife, much of which is found nowhere else in the world. Here are common birds you might encounter in New Zealand:

Tūī (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae) A distinctive black bird with a tuft of white feathers at its neck.

Pīwakawaka (Fantail) (Rhipidura fuliginosa) A small bird with a distinctive fanned tail.

Kererū (New Zealand Pigeon) (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae) A large, striking pigeon known for its vibrant plumage.

Ruru (Morepork) (Ninox novaeseelandiae) New Zealand's native owl species, known for its haunting calls.

Tūturiwhatu (New Zealand Dotterel) (Charadrius obscurus) A small shorebird with distinctive black markings on its face.

Kākāpō (Strigops habroptilus) A critically endangered nocturnal parrot native to New Zealand.

Tīeke (Saddleback) (Philesturnus carunculatus) A forestdwelling bird with distinctive red wattles.