A kiwi is a flightless bird native to New Zealand. Recognizable by its round body, long beak, and hairy brown plumage, the kiwi is an iconic symbol of New Zealand's wildlife. It is nocturnal and has a keen sense of smell, which it uses to locate insects, worms, and fruit in its forest habitat. Kiwis are unique among birds as they lay one of the largest eggs relative to their body size and possess a high degree of endemism, with all species of kiwi being native to New Zealand.