In the run up to the globally renowned Bird Of The Year Competition, Year 2 are learning about one of our fascinating NZ native birds...
Today we focused on The WHIO!
Whio are also known as our Little Blue Duck. Have you seen them on the $10 note?
They are only found in fast flowing river rapids with crystal clear waters, trees, plants and loads of stones.
Unfortunately whio are hunted by stoats and are now endangered.
Firstly we researched and sketched and then we wrote the adaptations whio had for their unique environment. We shared our sketch and labels with our kaiako. Afterwards we played a board game to see what threatens the whio.
Last of all we read the Little Blue Duck book.
Next time we'll learn about the Pukeko vs Takahe. Until then can you go on a walk with your family to spot pukeko down by the Wakaaranga Creek?
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