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South Island Piopio

South Island Piopio

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The North Island Piopio was a unique passerine bird, endemic to New Zealand's North Island and renowned for its extraordinary vocalizations. Tragically, it is now extinct.
Where to spot
Historically found in forested areas of the North Island of New Zealand. This species is now extinct.
How to spot
This species can no longer be observed in the wild. Its legacy is preserved through historical records and a limited number of museum specimens.
When to spot
Extinct since the early 20th century, with the last reliable sighting in 1885.
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File:MA I156499 TePapa Turnagra-capensis full.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis (AM LB4518-9).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis (South Island Piopio) (48720222926).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis (South Island Piopio) (48720394837).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnagra capensis Sparrman.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Known for its mimicry, the Piopio could imitate the calls of other birds and even human speech, making it a highly prized and memorable songbird.
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