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Rare Spotty Kiwi Rediscovered in New Zealand Wilderness!

7/16/2025

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In a thrilling discovery, the elusive spotty kiwi, once believed extinct on mainland New Zealand, was spotted in the Adams Wilderness Area in July 2025. DOC Ranger Iain Graham and his loyal dog Brew unearthed this vulnerable pukupuku species, igniting hope among local hapu and conservationists to rally for its protection.

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In a thrilling discovery, the elusive spotty kiwi, once believed extinct on mainland New Zealand, was spotted in the Adams Wilderness Area in July 2025. DOC Ranger Iain Graham and his loyal dog Brew unearthed this vulnerable pukupuku species, igniting hope among local hapu and conservationists to rally for its protection.