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Kiwi (Apteryx australis) Uncommon endemic

The following information from the Department of Conservation will give an insight into the kiwi of the Ohope Scenic Reserve and the threats that the kiwi has to face.

Page sponsor is The Whakatane Kiwi Trust ,information about Kiwi and local conservation efforts.

Pictured, rangers Rod Warne (manager of the Whakatane kiwi project) and Mark Jefferson with a male and female kiwi from Ohope Scenic Reserve.

Other kiwi have also been found in Waiotahe Scenic Reserve and Awakeri Conservation Area, as well as remnant birds in Mokorua Bush Scenic Reserve and young birds on Moutohora. The long term vision for the Whakatane kiwi project is for the population to continue its growth and expand into areas where kiwi are already present in small numbers, as well as the possibility of expansion into areas where they no longer exist.

It is important that members of the public do not take their dogs into kiwi areas as kiwi are extremely vulnerable to attacks by dogs. Lack of a breastbone means that kiwi are easily crushed and killed in a matter of seconds with the owner completely unaware of the incident.

The Department of Conservation asks dog owners to take a bit more care with their dogs. Owners should be taking all reasonable steps to ensure the dog does not injure, endanger or cause distress to protected wildlife.

For further advice on how best to help kiwi in your area check out the Kiwi Recovery Programme's website, www.kiwirecovery.org.nz, or the Department of Conservation website, www.doc.govt.nz., or contact your nearest Department of Conservation or Royal Forest and Bird Protection society office.

The Whakatane Kiwi Trust has a fantastic website with a lot of information about Kiwi and local conservation efforts.

Related links: Eastern Bay Bird Rescue

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