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There are several subspecies of Brown kiwi.
According to the 'Checklist of the Birds of New Zealand' by the Ornithological Society of New Zealand, published 2010, they are:
- North Island Brown (A. mantelli),
- Okarito Brown (A. rowi)
- South Island Brown (A. australis australis)
- Southern brown (A. australis)
- Stewart Island brown (A. australis lawryi)
The Brown kiwi is found only on the North Island of New Zealand. It is found mainly along the east coast from Hawke's Bay to the Bay of Plenty. It is also found along the west coast, through King Country, Taranaki and Wanganui. There are some brown kiwi in the Coromandel Peninsula.
Not all species of kiwi are endangered: the Brown kiwi is one of two species that is officially classed as endangered. The biggest threat to the brown kiwi comes from dogs, feral cats and other imported pets including the stoat.
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Does a Kiwi Have Black Skin?
A kiwi FRUIT has brown with green skin. A kiwi BIRD has brown furry skin, not usually black.
When was North Island Brown Kiwi created?
North Island Brown Kiwi was created in 1851.
Does the kiwi have a orange beak?
No the kiwi is brown with a brown beak.http://www.ehow.com/way_5162214_new-zealand-bird-identification.html
Is the North Island Brown kiwi the smallest variety?
No. The smallest species of kiwi is the Little Spotted Kiwi.
What type of kiwi is Manukura?
Manukura is a Little White Kiwi, the offspring of a brown kiwi from Gt Barrier Is.
What is the brown kiwi's population in 2011?
There are no current figures for the population of the Brown kiwi. Going by figures from between 1996 and 2006, there are believed to be between 20,000 and 35,000 Brown Kiwi remaining, but this figure is on a downward trend.
What is the wing span of the brown kiwi?
The wing span of the brown kiwi is essentially too small to measure. Sources vary in the estimation of the brown kiwi's wing span as being from 0 cm to 5 cm.
What country do the southern brown kiwi live in?
All species of kiwi are endemic to New Zealand, meaning they are not found in any other country. This includes the southern brown kiwi.
What is the kiwi classified as?
The classification of the Brown kiwi is as follows:Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: AvesOrder: StruthioniformesFamily: ApterygidaeSome authorities report there are five species of the Brown kiwi, but this varies according to the source:North Island Brown (Apteryx mantelli),Okarito Brown (Apteryx rowi)South Island Brown (Apteryx australis australis)Southern brown (Apteryx australis)Stewart Island brown (Apteryx australis lawryi)
Does the brown kiwi bird have prickly fur?
No. The kiwi is a bird. It has soft, shaggy feathers.
When does the brown kiwi eat?
Like all species of kiwi, the Brown kiwi is nocturnal. This means it tends to feed at night. It may also feed during the early morning and late afternoon or evening.
How many babys does a brown kiwi have?
2
