kiwi facts

 

What is a kiwi

A kiwi is a New Zealand native bird but does not fly. They sleep in the day and come out and hunt for food at night.

Habitat

they are only found in new Zealand shrublands and grasslands.

Diet

woodlice, millipedes, centipedes, slugs, snails, spiders, insects, seeds, berries, and plant material.

Reproduction

females lay their first eggs at 3-5 years of age.

Special features 

They use their beak to find food. They have tiny wings but can not fly. They have no tail feathers but whiskers to help them find food. The kiwi is a powerful runner, fighter, and swimmer. They can run 12 miles per hour.

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