Introduced Birds
Many English and European birds were introduced to New Zealand by early settlers. Apparently to remind them of England and to provide food or sport hunting/shooting.
Others have self introduced from time to time. EG Magpies from Australia.
Still more have escaped from bird aviaries over the years EG Lorikeets from Australia.
Others have self introduced from time to time. EG Magpies from Australia.
Still more have escaped from bird aviaries over the years EG Lorikeets from Australia.
Yellowhammer
Images from Wairau Lagoons Walkway 29 Dec 2020
Images from Wairau Lagoons Walkway 29 Dec 2020
Common Redpoll
Greenfinch.
Introduced from UK by settlers. About 6 visit our garden each winter.
Introduced from UK by settlers. About 6 visit our garden each winter.