Animals

As their body weight increases, they quickly move on to larger prey such as flatworms. Once they reach a body length of 4 to 8 cm (1.57 to 3.14 in), they begin to prey on small fish.

Their diet is based on small mammals, birds, snakes, amphibians, insects, snails and fruits. In season, wild berries can make up as much as 30% of their diet. They may also feed on carrion.

Most litters usually grow up in clear and stable waters.

They nest seasonally. The nest is usually high in a tree and consists of a cavity, at least part of ...

Depending on the species, its size may range from 3 mm to 15 cm in diameter.

They are related to skunks, wolverines, badgers, and weasels.

Their weight also varies greatly, with the smallest species weighing around 45 kilograms while the largest weighing as much as 2.4 tons.

Along with muscular tails they use as rudders, they are agile swimmers, adapted to efficient hunting in the water.

Only little spotted kiwi are currently listed as near-threatened.