"Ancient Fossil Reveals Bowerbirds Once Thrived in New Zealand"

Ancient fossils indicate that Bowerbird species once flourished in New Zealand, revealing insights into the countrys prehistoric bird diversity during the Miocene epoch.

• Remains of thousands of bird fossils were discovered in Saint Bathans, New Zealand, dating back 14 to 19 million years during the Miocene epoch.
• The findings suggest that Bowerbird species thrived in New Zealand, contributing to the regions rich diversity of passerine and songbird species.
• Many bird bones found are so tiny that they require a microscope for detailed examination, highlighting the challenges in studying prehistoric bird diversity.