Kiwi chick to be released this Waitangi weekend
3rd February 2016
It's kiwi chick hatching season and this Waitangi weekend, we've
got another gorgeous little fellow destined for a new home on
Rotoroa Island.
Come and join the Rotoroa Island and Auckland
Zoo team when we release Turipēpeke (meaning "to have
the knees bent"). This little bird had splayed legs when he
hatched, so has had a bit of veterinary help from Zoo
specialists.
All of Rotoroa's animal releases are free to attend and give
visitors the opportunity to get up close to our national bird and
find out more about them. Book now through
360 Discovery Cruises; usual ferry prices apply.