The Native Kiwi By Britten

Did you know that the kiwi is a nocturnal bird. It is a national icon to New Zealand and one of the reasons we got our name. The kiwi is an endangered species because they cannot fly. This also means they get eaten all the time by different kinds of animals. It is also a native bird to New Zealand.


This nocturnal bird is very chubby and plump. The kiwi's wings are only two inches long, that's why it cannot fly. It's feathers look very spiky, but they are actually quite soft.


Kiwi are not found in any other country, other than New Zealand. You can find them in the forest all of the time. I think it is the easiest way to find them.

All kiwi love eating insects, berries and leaves. They also enjoy eating vegetables and fruit. The kiwi bird eats worms, and uses its long bill to sniff its dinner in the ground. It has an excellent sense of smell!