Pukaha / Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre
Facts and practical information
Pūkaha / Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre is a captive breeding facility and visitor centre located in a protected forest area on State Highway 2 in New Zealand's Tararua district. ()
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
New Zealand kaka
The New Zealand kaka is a captivating large parrot native to the verdant forests of New Zealand. There are two subspecies: the North Island kaka and the South Island kaka. Regrettably, these striking birds are endangered and have disappeared from numerous areas where...
Birds
Tuatara
Tuatara are fascinating reptiles native to New Zealand. Belonging to the order Rhynchocephalia, they are distinct from lizards and are often called "living fossils" as they are the sole surviving members of an ancient lineage that dates back approximately 240 million...
Reptiles
North Island brown kiwi
The North Island brown kiwi is a fascinating bird native to the northern two-thirds of New Zealand's North Island. With a population of approximately 35,000, it is the most common kiwi species. One of the most remarkable features of this bird is its ability to lay the...
Birds
North Island kōkako
The North Island kōkako is an enchanting, endangered bird endemic to New Zealand's North Island. Characterized by its distinctive grey plumage, small black facial mask, and striking blue wattles, it is often referred to as the "blue-wattled crow.".
Birds
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