New Zealand is home to two unique bird species, the kiwi and the kea. The kiwi is a small, flightless bird that is the national symbol of New Zealand. It is also the only bird in the world with nostrils at the end of its beak. The kea is a large, intelligent parrot native to the mountains of New Zealand. It is known for its curiosity and mischievous behavior. Both the kiwi and the kea are protected species in New Zealand.