The tūī (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae) is a medium-sized bird native to New Zealand. It is blue, green, and bronze coloured with a distinctive white throat tuft (poi). It is an endemic passerine bird of New Zealand, and the only species in the genus Prosthemadera.

Tūī are boisterous, medium-sized, common and widespread bird of forest and suburbia – unless you live in Canterbury. They look black from a distance, but in good light tūī have a blue, green and bronze iridescent sheen, and distinctive white throat tufts (poi).

2019年6月2日 · 9 Tui Facts. The tui is an endemic bird of New Zealand. It is mostly black, although there is some iridescent green/purplish colors mixed in with the black. The easiest way to tell if the bird you’re looking at is a tui is the tuft of white feathers on its throat. It looks almost like a white ball sticking off its throat.

The Chatham Islands tui is a threatened subspecies of tūī. These attractive birds can often be heard singing their beautiful melodies interspersed with grunts and chortles before they are spotted. You will recognise them by their distinctive white tuft …

2021年3月15日 · Sitting at over 30cm tall this beautiful, but boisterous common NZ bird, has an iridescent blue/green head and wings and distinctive white neck tufts which originally led it to be called the Parson Bird by the early settlers. It is one of NZ's endemic birds (only breeds here in NZ) and is one of our most popular icons.

2024年10月3日 · The tui bird (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae) is one of New Zealand’s most fascinating and unique avian species. With its striking plumage, melodious song, and important role in pollination, the tui has captured the hearts of …

The tui (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae) is a native passerine bird of New Zealand. It is one of the largest species in the diverse Australasian honeyeater family Meliphagidae, and one of two living species of that family found in New Zealand.

The Tui | Tūī (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae) is a remarkable and iconic bird native to New Zealand, known for its distinctive appearance, enchanting song, and fascinating behaviour. This avian species is a member of the honey-eater family, and it holds a special place in New Zealand's cultural and ecological landscape.

Tui, Prosthermadera novaeseelandiae, found in New Zealand Birds' bird gallery section, includes general information about the bird, taxonomy, description, where to find them and other useful and interesting information. The bird gallery links to in-depth descriptions of most New Zealand birds.

2024年7月5日 · The tūī, a native bird of New Zealand, showcases stunning iridescent feathers and a unique white throat tuft. Let’s learn about intriguing world of the tūī, offering insights into its habits, role in the ecosystem, and its cultural significance.