Prehistoric New Zealand Bird Thought to Be Extinct Returns to the Wild in a Conservation Victory

The takahē, a flightless bird, was long thought extinct, but thanks to a concerted conservation effort, they are once again thriving in NZ.

December 6, 2024 · 1 min · 27 words · Todd Hayes

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The takahe is quite a sight.

All indications are that the Greenstone Station population is successfully establishing.

Takahe bird on the grass

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Takahe bird on the grass

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Takahe birds on the grass

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Takahe bird on the grass

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