Takahe

= Takahe  =

The flightless takahē (Porphyrio [Notornis] hochstetteri) is a colourful blue and green bird with an impressive red beak and solid legs. Takahē are colourful birds. Unlike adult takahē, the chicks are quite plain in colour. Takahē put on weight when winter comes. A close up look at the blue and green feathers.

An adult stands about 50 cm high and can weigh over three kg. Some takahē live for over 20 years in captivity, but in the wild few live to be 15 years of age. Takahē have unique calling sounds. One call will take place between couples, to let each other know where they are since they cannot see each other through the tussocks. Another call will tell of danger, or to warn a visiting takahē of their territory. Takahē chicks also have a call to tell adults they are hungry.
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 * Takahē Calling**

Why don't you watch these videos about the Takahe.

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