Weka

A weka (Gallirallus australis), also known as the Maori hen or woodhen, is a flightless bird in the rail family. It is endemic to New Zealand. There are four subspecies. Weka are sturdy brown birds, about the size of a chicken. They feed mainly on invertebrates and fruit.Gill, Frank B. 2007. Ornithology. New York: Freeman, p. 30.

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Category:Birds of New Zealand
Category:Rallidae
Category:Flightless birds