What is another word for Maori Hen?
Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ʊɹi hˈɛn] (IPA) 
The Maori Hen, also known as the Takahe, is a flightless bird native to New Zealand. Synonyms for the Maori Hen include the South Island Takahe, Notornis hochstetteri, and the Blue Takahe. The bird was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 1948. Today, the Maori Hen is critically endangered with fewer than 400 individuals remaining in captivity and in the wild. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this unique and treasured species. The Maori Hen is an important part of New Zealand's cultural heritage and its survival is essential.
