Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Status VU
Predation by introduced species, including Brush-tailed Possum (Trichosurus vulpecula), Stout (Mustela erminea), cats, dogs and Ferets (Mustela furo) are the main threats. Estimated popuplation approx. 350 (2010).
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Habits
Flightless. Nocturnal.
Food
Primarily invertebrates but also fallen fruit and leaves.
Okarito Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) [XC356323]
by id from Okarito, Westland District, West Coast, New Zealand (call)
Okarito Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) [XC356322]
by Ralf Wendt from Okarito, Westland District, West Coast, New Zealand (call)
Nest
In a burrow, hollow log or sometimes under dense vegetation.
Eggs (Guide)
1 sometimes 2; white; 124 x 80 mm. Incubation: 75 - 90 days; by both male and female. Eggs are laid 3 - 4 weeks apart.
Subspecies
No subspecies.
Similar Species
Distinguished from Southern Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis) by slightly greyer plumage, occasional white facial whiskers.
References
See References.
BirdLife International Species Factsheet