Ruru Owl in White

Sculpture by Steiner Ceramics

Dimensions: 180 x 70 x 80mm

The morepork (Ninox novaeseelandiae) is New Zealand's only surviving native owl. The moreporks distinctive call is often heard in the forest at dusk and throughout the night. Its Maori name, ruru, reflects this call. The moreporks are superb night hunters.