Spotted shagKawau tikitiki

Conservation status
In serious trouble

With teal eyeshadow, a spiky hairdo, and polka-dot plumage, kawau tikitiki cut a dashing figure around our coastlines. Look out for these elegant birds flying in V formation, or spot a male getting his groove on with a display of wing-waving, bowing and grunting. 

Campaign Manager

Pest Free Howick

Pest Free Howick is committed to protecting and restoring te taiao through community-led action across the Howick Ward. Kawau tikitiki spotted shags have recently been seen at Musick Point within our area, and we wish to raise awareness for the little-known Auckland population and the associated conservation efforts surrounding it.

Spotted shag

Credit: Craig McKenzie.