Yes, kiwis are generally shy and timid birds, especially during the day.
Kiwis, native to New Zealand, are primarily nocturnal animals. This means they are most active during the night. Throughout the day, they typically remain hidden in their burrows or shelters. As the reference text states, individual kiwis might utilize up to 100 different shelters within their territory, choosing a different one each day. This behavior contributes to their elusiveness. Kiwis only leave their burrows during daylight hours when forced to do so by danger. However, their behavior shifts dramatically at night, when they become much more aggressive and active.
