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Tui

Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae (also known as Parson's bird)
Bird

Step into the world of our tui and unlock the wonders of these extraordinary creatures

A tui perched on a broken branch

White throat feathers gave them the name parson-bird. Famous for their singing ability, they can sing two different notes at once.

These birds are important pollinators and seed-spreaders in the forest. Planting food trees such as kowhai, banksia, flax, flowering gum, cherry and coprosma species will encourage the return of Tui to urban areas.  

Quick facts

Distribution:

New Zealand

Habitat:

Native forests and some urban areas

Conservation Status:

Least Concern

Fun fact

Tui are famous for their singing ability, and can sing two different notes at once!