With a whoosh-whoosh, the kererū, also known as the kūkū, kūkūpa, or wood pigeon, has swooped to glory for Bird of the Year (Te Manu Rongonui o Te Tau) 2018. While the kererū population is classed as stable overall, it is in danger of becoming locally extinct in some areas where there has not been sustained predator control. The fate of many forests is linked to that of the kererū, as it's the only native bird big enough to swallow and disperse the large fruit of karaka, miro, tawa and taraire.
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Known for their curiosity and intelligence, these mountain parrots are classified as Nationally Endangered with just 3,000 - 7,000 birds remaining.
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As a sustainable business with deep ties to New Zealand, Allbirds is deeply committed to preserving the natural beauty and diverse wildlife of this truly unique country. That’s why they have teamed up with Forest & Bird for Bird of the Year, with a celebratory limited-edition Runner collection inspired by last year’s competition winner, the cheeky and colourful Kea. This special collaboration launched on October 1, the same day the Bird of the Year competition kicks off for 2018.
Allbirds is celebrating its feathery namesake and one of its home countries, all while raising awareness for this important cause. Made exclusively for our friends in New Zealand, the special-edition Kea Wool and Tree Runners, inspired by the colourful palate of last year’s winner, will be available from 9am Monday 1st October when the Bird of the Year competition launches. And, in a nod to Aotearoa’s +64 area code, 6.4% of all sales will be donated to Forest & Bird to help support their mission.
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