North Island Brown Kiwi

The North Island Brown Kiwi (or Apteryx mantelli) is a species of flightless bird.

Appearance
It has tiny wings, but cannot fly. It has loose feathers that are more like fur and unlike other birds the feathers moult throughout the year. It is the only bird in the world with nostrils at the end of its beak. Its sense of smell is second to none. It has no tail feathers, but does have whiskers, like a cat. It has marrow in its bones, just like a human. Very unusually, females have two ovaries, most birds have only one.

Location
North Island and other islands

Where to see them
National Parks and Zoos