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Oceania

Kiwi

Apteryx mantelli

About this species

The Kiwi (Apterygidae) is widely distributed across Oceania, where it favours forest environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.

The Kiwi is part of the order Apterygiformes and the Apterygidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Oceania.

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