The kiwi bird has always been described as unique in all bird species. With a one of a kind appearance, some interesting habits and unique hunting characteristics, the kiwi bird has become an important symbol for the country to which it originates, New Zealand. The kiwi bird has become a worldwide recognized symbol of this country starting with 1906. Since 1908, the kiwi bird symbol has been used for numerous ads, cartoons and materials promoting different events, sports or even political celebrations.

In fact, the history of how the kiwi bird has become such an important symbol for New Zealand is really interesting. For example, maybe you had no idea, but the bird gave its name to the country’s soldiers who fought during World War I. The name Kiwi later became commonly used for these soldiers. During World War II, the name Kiwi became worldwide associated to the New Zealand Servicemen. And nowadays, the symbol of the kiwi bird is still associated to the New Zealand Army. And that is not all. The kiwi bird symbol has also been linked to the New Zealand dollar, which has commonly been referred to as The Kiwi.

Well, the reality is that tourists visiting New Zealand will have the possibility to see the kiwi bird in its natural habit. And there is no doubt in the fact that watching these amazing birds will always be interesting. The kiwi bird is a semi-nocturnal bird, with an excellent sense of small and an unique appearance. One of the most interesting facts about the kiwi bird is that its main breeding period is from late winter to summer. Although the bird is a small sized one, the kiwi eggs have large dimensions, while the incubation period is of 11 weeks. The main reason why the kiwi is a nocturnal bird is also linked to the fact that the specie is almost blind, which makes its hunting habits quite unique. The kiwi bird can be seen in zoos all over the world, and both adults and children enjoy watching the amazing bird, a bird unlike all other on earth.