Iconic kiwi birds return to New Zealand’s capital after a century-long absence
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The kiwi, New Zealand's national bird, has returned to Wellington after more than a century of absence, thanks to a community-led conservation effort. The Capital Kiwi Project successfully relocated its 250th bird to the capital, marking a milestone in efforts to reintroduce the endangered species to urban areas. The birds were welcomed with a Māori prayer and a ceremonial event at New Zealand’s Parliament, highlighting their cultural significance.
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World News Iconic kiwi birds return to New Zealand’s capital after a century-long absence By Associated Press Published May 1, 2026, 12:46 p.m. ET WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The kiwi, New Zealand’s sacred national bird, vanished from the hills around Wellington more than a century ago. Now the capital’s residents are waging an improbable citizen campaign to return the endangered flightless birds to the city. “They are a part of who we are and our sense of belonging here,” said Paul Ward, founder of the Capital Kiwi Project, a charitable trust.
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