Endangered species of animals

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Kiwi are flightless birds endemic to New Zealand.

Kiwi are flightless birds endemic to New Zealand.

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The kiwi is a national symbol of New Zealand

The kiwi is a national symbol of New Zealand

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Introduced mammalian predators, namely stoats , dogs , ferrets , and

Introduced mammalian predators, namely stoats , dogs , ferrets , and

cats , are the number one threat to kiwi.
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Nationwide studies show that on average only five percent of kiwi chicks survive to adulthood.

Nationwide studies show that on average only five percent of kiwi

chicks survive to adulthood.
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In 1851, London Zoo became the first zoo to keep kiwis.

In 1851, London Zoo became the first zoo to keep kiwis.


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All kinds of kiwi have strong legs and tetradigitate long, narrow

All kinds of kiwi have strong legs and tetradigitate long, narrow

beak with nostrils at the tip
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The wings are not developed, the tail is missing

The wings are not developed, the tail is missing

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Way of life they are only crepuscular and nocturnal

Way of life they are only crepuscular and nocturnal