New Zealand robinToutouwai

Conservation status
In some trouble

Toutouwai are known for their friendly and trusting attitude. They’ll often come within a metre or two of humans to say “kia ora” (and search for any grubs the humans might have unearthed). 

These forest dwellers have legs that would give Twiggy a run for her money. They also have a stylish patch of grey-white feathers above their beak that they keep hidden most of the time. 

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Janelle Butcher

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New Zealand robin

Photo: Harald Selke