The two birds – members of a seldom seen species known for their booming calls – were found within a few metres of each other. DOC Senior Biodiversity Ranger Reuben Booth is pleading drivers to take more care when driving around the Kauri Coast district. "The section of State Highway 12 between Rotu Forest and Maitahi Road crosses several wetlands that are favoured habitat of the matuku-hūrepo," he says. "There have been several sightings of these rare birds in this area in the last couple of months.

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