The Mystery of the Giant Birds

We’re celebrating all things bird this school holidays!

Join us on Wednesday 1 October for a special screening of The Mystery of the Giant Birds.

The elephant birds of Madagascar and the giant moa of Aotearoa were true titans of the bird world—colossal, flightless, and uniquely adapted to their island homes. But how did they reach such remote locations?

Hear all about this evolutionary enigma—and how fossil discoveries and cutting-edge genetic research may hold the key to solving it—in The Mystery of the Giant Birds.

This fascinating documentary tracks the rise and fall of moa and elephant birds, exploring their origins, adaptations, and eventual extinction.

Unrated, Runtime 52 mins

While you're here, check out our new stairwell exhibition: Peep Show – Avian Entertainment.

3pm – 4pm, Wednesday 1 October
Barclay Theatre
Free

You may also like the following events from Tūhura Otago Museum:

• This Wednesday, 1st October, 10:30 pm, Tūhura Holiday Club in Dunedin
• This Wednesday, 1st October, 11:40 pm, Orokonui Ecosanctuary Field Trip in Dunedin
• This Thursday, 2nd October, 12:00 am, Avian Illustration Workshops in Dunedin

Also check out other Exhibitions in Dunedin, Arts events in Dunedin, Theatre events in Dunedin.