Zoo Miami has issued an apology to New Zealand for allowing guest to touch a kiwi, which is a national symbol for the country. "On behalf of everyone at Zoo Miami, please accept our most profound and sincere apology for the stress initiated by a video on social media depicting the handling and housing of 'Paora,' the kiwi bird that is presently under our care," the zoo said in a statement.
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