Ever heard the call of a New Zealand kiwi bird, it sounds like a mini t-rex 😂😂 The kiwi is one of New Zealand's many flightless birds. They didn't need to fly because there weren't any land mammal predators before man arrived to New Zealand 1000 years ago. Kiwi call at night to mark their territory and stay in touch with their mates. The best time to listen for a kiwi calling is on a moonless night, up to two hours after dark, and just before dawn. That’s when kiwi stir from their burrows and

Kiwi conservation wouldn’t be possible without incredible partners by our side. A huge thank you to Contiki for bringing their tour groups through the Hatchery and for sponsoring two kiwi chicks every year. Your ongoing support helps us protect our national taonga and give more kiwi the chance to thrive. Ngā mihi nui from everyone at the National Kiwi Hatchery. | National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa