pūkeko

What Is The Maori Name For Pukeko?

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What Is The Maori Name For Pukeko? The Australasian swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus) is a species of swamphen (Porphyrio) occurring in eastern Indonesia (the Moluccas, Aru and Kai Islands), Papua New Guinea, Australia and New Zealand. In New Zealand, it is known as the pukeko (from the Māori pūkeko). What is the scientific name for pukeko?

Do Pukekos Have Predators?

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Do Pukekos Have Predators? Do Pukekos have predators? Adult pukeko have few natural predators. Juvenile birds are often targeted by swamp harriers, but adult birds will fight vigorously to defend their offspring. Pukeko have been observed attacking cats and stoats. Do pukekos eat other birds? The Department of Conservation has periodically controlled pukeko numbers at