BNZ Operation Nest Egg™
The 1000th chick since BNZ Operation Nest Egg™ began in 1994 hatched on 17th February 2008 at Kiwi Encounter in Rotorua! The new chick is named Hūpai, meaning “to overcome”. Hūpai is now at Bushy Park creche near Wanganui.
The 1000th Egg Hatches - Read the Story!
It's a boy - or maybe it's a girl!
Visit Kiwi Life to read about Hūpai's hatch and first week of life. Check back soon for further stories about Hūpai's progress!
See our collection of photos of this special chick.
For more information about BNZ Operation Nest Egg™
Never seen a kiwi? Find out where you can see kiwi – in captivity or in the wild!
Kids – Learn more from Sniff and download some cool activity sheets!
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Kiwi are an icon, and an oddity. These flightless, nocturnal birds are the national symbol of New Zealand and its people.
Bank of New Zealand Save the Kiwi reveals the world of this wonderful bird.
This site will tell you:
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Opportunities to donate to save kiwi
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Sniff’s world – a wealth of stories and activities in the Kiwi Classroom
