A Feathery Friend

Pukeko

Graceful, peaceful

Wading, flapping, grazing

Elegant, swift, beautiful, unique

Pukeko

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Though all birds are good at flying, the Pukeko is quite the clumsy pilot, when taking off. But once in the air, they're okay. Did you know, that when they're on land, they can run up to 200ks! These native birds are simply amazing. If you think about it, this creature,is kind of like an athletic bird. Pukekos, are born with very large feet, so they can swim through the fast flowing water.

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