About the Southern Brown Kiwi
The Southern Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis) is a species of bird in the Kiwis family (Apterygidae), within the order Apterygiformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sobkiw1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apterygiformes |
| Family | Kiwis (Apterygidae) |
| Species | Apteryx australis |
| Species Codes | sobkiw1, SBKI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Brown Kiwi belong to?
The Southern Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis) belongs to the Kiwis family (Apterygidae), in the order Apterygiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Southern Brown Kiwi?
The Southern Brown Kiwi is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Southern Brown Kiwi?
The Southern Brown Kiwi is a member of the Kiwis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Brown Kiwi sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Brown Kiwi on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sobkiw1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Kiwis 5 species
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