John Oliver's Campaign Leads to Pūteketeke Being Crowned New Zealand's Bird of the Century

The pūteketeke, also known as the Australasian crested grebe, has been crowned New Zealand's Bird of the Century after a campaign by US talk show host John Oliver. Oliver's "alarmingly aggressive" campaign for the vulnerable bird attracted a record number of votes, with over 350,000 ballots cast from almost 200 countries. The pūteketeke won due to its unique looks, adorable parenting style, and propensity for puking. While the campaign sparked controversy and allegations of American interference, it brought global attention to the plight of New Zealand's threatened bird species.