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Pukeko

Pukeko photo
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The Pukeko is the name given to the Australasian swamphen in New Zealand. It is a native species common to New Zealand but it also exists in Australia, eastern Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and a number of smaller islands in South-east Asia. They are very common and are often seen at roadsides foraging for food.

 

 

 

 

 

Author & photographer: David Johnson (Virtual New Zealand). Providing a credit or link is appreciated.
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