Where are kiwi birds found?

Kiwi birds (Apteryx spp.) are found in New Zealand. They are unique, flightless birds that are native to the country. There are five different species of kiwi birds, all of which are found in different parts of New Zealand. The North Island brown kiwi (Apteryx mantelli) is found in the northern part of the North Island, while the little spotted kiwi (Apteryx owenii) is found in the western part of the North Island. The great spotted kiwi (Apteryx haastii) is found in the southern part of the South Island, while the rowi kiwi (Apteryx rowi) is found on several small islands off the coast of the South Island. The tokoeka kiwi (Apteryx australis) is found in the Fiordland region of the South Island. Kiwi birds are an iconic symbol of New Zealand and are protected by law.