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South Island Adzebill - BirdForum Opus

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Skull t.png The species South Island Adzebill is extinct.
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Aptornis defossor

Identification

Extinct.

Downward-curving and pointed bill, and strong legs.

Distribution

New Zealand, South Island

Taxonomy

Habitat

Behaviour

The diet probably included large invertebrates, lizards, and small birds.


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