The New Zealand endemic Tūī has an elaborate and noisy mating ritual. But not all is as it seems, and it turns out that size really does matter… As soon as spring is upon us, NZ birds get busy finding a mate. The endemic Tūī is no exception, and their dating game is often very loud and noticeable as it's played out around us. How male Tūī attract a mate. To catch the eye of a female, the male Tūī has to work hard, as the competition is fierce. The female will have lots of males to choose from, so they use a number of flirty techniques: The Kohab Bird Feeder was designed especially for Tūī. T ..read more

Kohab is inspired by nature so we knew we had to use sustainable packaging. The local community leaves regular donations of pre-used packaging on Kohab HQ’s doorstep. Ideal for upcycling to package Kohab products, helping all of us reduce our footprint. Kohab is inspired by nature. So when developing our products, we knew we had to use sustainable packaging. Believe when we say finding sustainable packaging for loose seed isn't easy, which is probably why other bird seed companies in New Zealand use plastic. It’s been a long road but now we’re very happy to reveal our new Kohab Wild Bird Foo ..read more

Once you’re all set up and ready for spring, don't forget to sit back and enjoy the magic of the creatures you kohabit with. All of a sudden spring and sprung, and the birds we kohabit with are getting ready for their busiest time of year, breeding season. And what a great time of year to sit back and watch the daily goings-on of the birdlife around you. But before you do there are a few simple things you can do to attract them to your garden and help them thrive this Springtime. Some early breeders will already be set up with nests and may even have their first clutch of eggs. But others will ..read more

With just a little support New Zealand gardens can flourish with native birdlife. 7 ways to help NZ birds thrive. Encouraging our special endemic and native birds is really important to help the natural balance of our unique land. So take a look at our top tips for supporting these magical birds, and remember it’s a win-win as you’ll get the joy of watching your new friends kohabit alongside you. What do native and endemic NZ birds eat? Before you start planning any changes to your garden it's important to know what our native and endemic garden birds eat, you may be surprised. Take a look bel ..read more

As winter settles in and temperatures drop across New Zealand, have you ever wondered how your garden birds stay warm? From the iconic Tui to the cheeky Blackbird, New Zealand's birds have evolved remarkable adaptations that help them thrive in cold conditions. In this blog post, we will delve into the fascinating strategies employed by our feathered friends to stay cosy and maintain their body temperatures in the frosty months. Five ways birds stay warm in cold weather. 1. Feathers are an integral part of New Zealand's bird life. These incredible structures don't just look pretty they are al ..read more

Where you place your bird feeder can make all the difference to the number of visitors you get. Bird feeders are a great way to attract birds to your garden and support your local wild birdlife with supplementary food. But where you place your feeder can make all the difference to the number of visitors you get. It's important to position your feeder in the right place for the safety of the birds as they won't visit if they don't feel safe. So here are six factors to consider when placing your feeders in your garden. 1. Provide a quiet spot. If possible, your bird feeder should be placed where ..read more

Feathers are amazing things. Lightweight and beautiful, but strong and perfectly designed. Feathers are amazing things. Lightweight and beautiful, but strong and perfectly designed. All birds have them and they provide warmth, protection, the ability to fly and to attract mates. What are feathers made of? Feathers are made of the same material as human nails - keratin. They are attached just under the skin by muscles that enable them to move. Feathers have a hollow shaft. The bare part at the base is called the quill. Higher up the shaft they are covered with many small branches called vanes ..read more

New Zealand's only native owl the Ruru, or Morepork, is known as the Guardian of the Forest. New Zealand's native owl, the Ruru, or Morepork, may be known as the Guardian of the Forest, but this nocturnal forest owl is also common in urban settings where there are lots of large trees. By day it roosts high up in the fork or hollow of trees, coming alive at night to silently swoop down on its prey. It's an excellent predator due to its huge yellow-green eyes that give it clear night vision and its head that can swivel 270°. It also has acute hearing. What does a Ruru (Morepork) look like? The f ..read more

Springtime is the perfect time to provide New Zealand birds with an extra safe place to nest by putting up a wooden birdhouse. It's spring in New Zealand and if you take a look outside your window you'll see the birds you kohabit with getting on with their busiest season - breeding season. There are lots of ways you can support New Zealand birds during the springtime. It’s the perfect time to provide the New Zealand birds you kohabit with an extra safe place to nest by putting up a birdhouse. It’s easy to buy a birdhouse but not all birdhouses are equal, find out how to choose a birdhouse ..read more

Winter is a difficult time for NZ Birds, but it's not difficult to help them thrive. Winter can be a difficult time for the NZ Birds we kohabit our gardens with, but it's not difficult to give them a helping hand. Anyone can do a little something to help our feathered friends thrive over the cold months. So here are eight tips on paying forward to your garden birdlife, they are sure to pay you back doulbe by providing you with plenty of entertainment and enjoyment. Get to know the birds in your garden. Our New Zealand gardens get visited by several different species that all eat different thi ..read more