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How many eggs does a pukeko lay?
It is said that the pukeko or swamp hen, can lay up to 25 eggs!But mostly 5 survive.
What eats a pukeko?
A pukeko eats swamp and pasture vegetation, insects, small birds, frogs and eggs.
How do you look after a baby pukeko?
A pukeko is a purple bird from New Zealand. You should not try and look after a baby pukeko by yourself. Instead, call animal services for proper care.
How does a Pukeko look like?
pukekos have a black and blue body with long legs. It has a flat red, comb and a red beak.
Why do takahes look like pukekos?
Takahe and pukeko are similar in appearance because, although the takahe is flightless and the pukeko is not, they are both members of the rail family (Rallidae).
When was Pukeko Pictures created?
Pukeko Pictures was created in 2008.
How does pukeko move?
a pukeko move around by flying around
Is the pukeko fast?
A pukeko can run about 21 K an hour
What is the pukeko life cycle?
Pukeko, or purple swamphen, are birds found in New Zealand. They typically start breeding in spring, building nests in wetlands or marshes. Females lay around 8-10 eggs, which both parents help incubate for about a month. Once hatched, chicks are cared for by both parents and stay with the family group until they can fend for themselves.
Are pukeko mammals?
No, they are birds. Pukeko is the New Zealand name for the Purple Swamphen.
What does pukeko poo look like?
much like chicken poo, just a bit bigger, can be very long
Why does a pukeko live by the creek?
Animals live in the habitat that they have adapted to. Pukeko's long legs are good for wet swampy ground. There they can find food like frogs, insects, eggs of other water birds and swamp vegetation. Pukekos also eat a lot of grass so you will see them in pastures.
