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Kiwi is the Maori name for the various species belonging to the family Apterygidae. The word was simple and universal enough that no English counterpart was ever needed or created.
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Did maoris use to eat kiwis?
No, Maoris traditionally did not eat kiwis. Kiwis are a native bird of New Zealand and are considered a taonga (treasure) by the Maori people. The kiwi is a protected species under New Zealand law, and it is illegal to harm or kill them.
How did the moari survive a long journey in the waka?
There is no such thing as the moari. If you are talking about the Maori, they et kiwis.
What do people do with kiwis birds after they are killed?
Kiwi birds are an endangered species. Many years ago the Maori occassionally killed the bird for its feathers which were valued for cloak making. The Maori now see themselves as guardians of the kiwi bird however. Kiwis are not killed for any reason that I know of.
What is kiwi culture?
Kiwi culture is the habits and pastimes of (non-Maori) New Zealand people ("Kiwis") who have settled the country.
What is the Maori name for Margaret?
The Maori name for Margaret is Mareta.
What is the Maori name for Manukau?
The Maori name for Manukau is Manukau.
What is the Maori name for Desmond?
The Maori name for Desmond is Hฤmฤnia.
Maori name for legs?
The Maori name for legs is "waewae."
What is the plural of kiwi?
Kiwi is a Maori word, and in the Maori language, there is no 's'. Therefore, the plural is actually kiwi, a word for two or more birds.The plural form of the noun 'kiwi', the fruit, is kiwis.
What is the Maori name for John?
The Maori name for John is Hone.
What do you call the citizens of new zealand?
New Zealanders : Maori (the indigenous people) and Pakeha (non-Maori).
What is the name of the sport that the kiwis played?
'The kiwis' is the nickname of the New Zealand Rugby League team.
