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Birds / Kiwi (Gould)
APTERYX AUSTRALIS (Shaw) from the South Island of New Zealand
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1835 Apteryx Australis Gould Kiwi Shaw Zealand
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This stunning and historically significant print depicts the Kiwi (Apteryx australis), also known as the Shaw Kiwi or South Island Kiwi, from the South Island of New Zealand. The Kiwi is a unique and iconic bird species endemic to New Zealand, known for its flightless wings, long beak, and nocturnal habits. The Kiwi's image in this print is based on an original watercolor painting by the renowned English naturalist and illustrator, John Gould. The painting was completed in 1835, making it an important historical record of the Kiwi's appearance during the early colonial period. The print was published as part of Gould's "Birds of New Zealand" series, which was one of the most comprehensive works on the country's avian fauna at the time. The South Island Kiwi is the largest of the two Kiwi species found in New Zealand, with males typically weighing between 1.5 and 3.3 kilograms (3.3 and 7.3 pounds) and females between 1.1 and 2.1 kilograms (2.4 and 4.6 pounds). They have brown or greyish-brown feathers, with long, brownish-black legs and a distinctive, long, curved beak. The Kiwi's flightless wings are a result of their evolution in an environment free of predators, allowing them to rely on their strong legs and beaks for mobility and foraging. However, the introduction of predators such as ferrets, stoats, and weasels to New Zealand in the late 1800s led to a significant decline in Kiwi populations. Conservation efforts, including predator control and habitat protection, have helped to stabilize Kiwi populations in some areas, but they remain a vulnerable species and continue to face threats from habitat loss and predation. This beautiful and historic print serves as a reminder of the unique natural heritage of New Zealand and the importance of preserving its native wildlife, including the iconic Kiwi.
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