About the New Zealand Fernbird
The New Zealand fernbird or simply fernbird is an insectivorous bird endemic to New Zealand. In the Māori language, it is named kōtātā or mātātā.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Grassbirds and Allies (Locustellidae) |
| Species | Poodytes punctatus |
| Species Codes | fernbi1, NZIF, NZFE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Zealand Fernbird belong to?
The New Zealand Fernbird (Poodytes punctatus) belongs to the Grassbirds and Allies family (Locustellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the New Zealand Fernbird?
The New Zealand fernbird or simply fernbird is an insectivorous bird endemic to New Zealand. In the Māori language, it is named kōtātā or mātātā....
Where can I report a New Zealand Fernbird sighting?
You can log sightings of New Zealand Fernbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fernbi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Grassbirds and Allies 67 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
67
Species in Family
1,318
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