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Kiwi are long-lived, and depending on the species live for between 25 and 50 years.
Are kiwis blind?
Not all birds need to see. Blind but perfectly healthy kiwis have been found living in New Zealand. ... The blind kiwis seem able to survive just as well using other senses such as touch, smell and hearing, so maintaining good eyesight might be a waste of energy.
How many kiwis are left?
Today it's estimated there are around 68,000 kiwis left and unmanaged kiwi populations continue to decline by 2% every year. In areas where kiwi are being managed, the situation is improving and many populations are stable or increasing.
How long does a brown kiwi live?
Conservation of Northland brown kiwi
Other kiwi live to be 40–65 years old, but the Northland brown kiwi averages only 14 years.
