Pukeko are misinterpreted as being "dumb birds", but are actually quite complex and clever. Some people may call them “dumb birds” for getting on roads to become roadkill, however, pukeko are actually extremely clever and complex birds. Don’t be fooled by the pukeko running around clumsily along the road as they can swim, run and fly extremely well. Pukeko are commonly seen on regularly mown roadsides as they love the fresh new grass shoots and growth there. Drive carefully along roads where you see pukeko regularly and slow down.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 31, 2020 03:45 UTC