Baby Kereru (Wood Pigeon) Hand Puppet

Kereru - the farmer of the forest - this bird is important for the regeneration of our forests and has been protected since the 1920's .Kereru or (kukupa, kuku or native woodpigeon) is New Zealand's only endemic pigeon. The head and throat and chest of Kereru are a beautiful metallic, green and bronze iridescence. The breast and belly of the bird are white. The eyes, eye rings, beak and feet are a dark crimson. Create stories, songs and rhymes with this lovely hand puppet. Great for communication skills.

Suitable age : 2 years +


Made in New Zealand




Size : approximately 230mm