Every year, Forest & Bird’s Bird of the Year campaign captures the hearts of New Zealanders, spotlighting the unique native species that define our natural heritage. This year, AUTO MOSSA is proud to campaign for the Kārearea; New Zealand’s only endemic falcon and a symbol of speed, strength, and adaptability.

Why the Kārearea? 🦅 

Because it’s not just a bird: it’s a blueprint for performance. With dive speeds exceeding 200 km/h, the Kārearea is nature’s high-speed marvel. At AUTO MOSSA, we see a reflection of our own mission: delivering high-speed door systems that combine efficiency, safety, and precision engineering.

The Kārearea: Nature’s High-Speed Specialist ⚡

• Top speeds of 200+ km/h; unmatched aerial velocity
• Endemic to Aotearoa; found nowhere else on Earth
• Critically threatened; facing habitat loss and human impact
• Adaptable across environments; from alpine zones to farmland

Just like our high-speed doors, the Kārearea operates with split-second accuracy, adapting to changing conditions while maintaining control. It’s the perfect ambassador for performance-driven innovation.

Why Auto Mossa Supports the Kārearea

At AUTO MOSSA, we design high-speed door systems that optimize workflow, reduce energy loss, and enhance safety across industrial environments. Whether it’s a food-grade facility, logistics hub, or manufacturing plant, our doors are built to perform; just like the Kārearea.

Our values align with the falcon’s flight:

• Speed with control; rapid open/close cycles without compromising safety
• Resilience in harsh conditions; engineered for intensive climate and industry
• Sustainability; reducing energy consumption, reducing waste and supporting conservation

A Falcon’s Flight, A Smarter Facility

The Kārearea doesn’t just fly - it commands the sky with precision and power. At AUTO MOSSA, we bring that same energy to the ground, helping facilities across New Zealand move faster, safer, and smarter.

Let’s give the Kārearea the recognition it deserves and build a future where speed meets sustainability, in nature and in industry.

Support the campaign, explore conservation, and discover performance solutions:

• Vote Kārearea for Bird of the Year
• DOC’s Kārearea conservation page
• Explore Automossa’s high-speed door systems
• Find a dealer