BitShapeBirdsAug 14, 2023

This tiny tiny wren is New Zealand's smallest bird: the Rifleman.

Such a ferocious name for a little guy 😂

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Show threadAnnamal
@bitshapesoft Also called TÄ«titipounamu. The local fenced sanctuary had some luck releasing breeding pairs out into the capital city
https://wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/news-and-information/our-wellington/2021/08/titipunamu-found
Tītipounamu pair found on Te Ahūmairangi Hill

New Zealand’s smallest bird has been sighted on Te Ahūmairangi Hill in Wellington City, possibly the first time that tītipounamu/rifleman have been present in the area for over 100 years.

Wellington City Council
Aug 15, 2023 at 1:04amWeb
Show threadBitShapeBirdsAug 15, 2023
@annamal That's awesome news! 😊