Kiwi

Today I went on a school trip to Rotoroa Island in the Hauraki Gulf (Auckland area).
We had a very early start - kids at school by 5.15am… We were treated to a special surprise, as this 10 week old kiwi chick was being released today. The kids all got to see him up close, which was a 'first' for them all (and us adults too). A great day, but I imagine the kids will be reluctant to get out of bed for school tomorrow.

[vonski]

They are gorgeous little birds how lucky you are to have seen this one

[Peter Day]

Is that you in the photograph?

[Brett]

A wonderful photo of something we don't see over here in the US - thanks for sharing!

[Karly]

I agree with Brett. Love seeing this baby Kiwi!

[Lesley Chisholm]

What a treat. My daughter would just love to see that.

[Carole G]

Such a cool experience

[julia]

Fantastic... what a great.. it's great to see the kiwi is being helped so much to encite their #'s are increasing.. the DOC / zoo workers do a great job.
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[Delwyn Barnett]

How wonderful to see this baby. They are fabulous birds.

[Dianne]

@peterday I wish! No, it’s the lucky zoo worker who got to release the kiwi onto the island. The egg had been incubated at the zoo.

[Issi Bannerman]

Aw. So cute!

[Beryl Lloyd]

Aaw , so gorgeous and a treat for the kids ! ( and you )

[carol white]

A lovely capture and a great experience for the children

[Babs]

How nice. I have only ever seen a kiwi in a zoo or kiwi house, never in the wild.

[Pat Knowles]

That is a very great thrill to see one of those live Dianne. I know how very unusual to see one in full daylight. Max, Jo ,Ant & I once were priveledge to see one in that nature mountain near Cambridge, begins with an M. They were doing a children's TV show, it was exciting! A long day but worth it all!

[Rachel]

That is so cute, and great for you all as well. I also haven't seen one in the wild.

[julia]

@happypat I can't say that Mountain name either Pat... Maungatautari...

[Marnie]

Oh, how fabulous is that. I've never yet seen a kiwi (as distinct from a Kiwi). So cute.

[Tony]

Wow. Lovely to get a glimpse of that famous bird.

[Peter]

Lovely clarity and colours Dianne, what a fantastic iconic little bird for the children to see closeup :)

[Kathie]

Special shot and event for everyone.

[Junko Y]

LUCKY you and kids! I'd love to have seen a kiwi up close. So glad you shared this with us :)