The Kakapo is also called owl parrot is a species of large, flightless bird of New Zealand. It is also possibly one of the world's longest-living birds. The Kakapo is critically endangered; as of February 2010, only 131 living individuals are known.
The Kakapo has a well-developed sense of smell, which complements its nocturnal lifestyle. It can discriminate among odours while foraging; a behaviour reported for only one other parrot species. though the Kakapo can not fly, is an excellent climber, climbing to the tops of the tallest trees. It can also be "parachute" jumping down and extending their wings. Thus, they can travel a few meters at an angle of less than 45 degrees.
5 comments:
at: July 6, 2011 at 11:45 PM said...
Now I'll board a flight with this bird.. flight crash ho rahi hogi toh isko parachute bana lunga..
:P :D
at: July 8, 2011 at 1:30 AM said...
:d thats good
at: July 8, 2011 at 6:09 PM said...
I'm a nature lover. I like this blog for all the informations you provide. Thanks a lot, Geeta. :)
at: July 11, 2011 at 6:23 AM said...
thanks dear:)
at: February 6, 2012 at 9:43 AM said...
The kakapo parrot is one the most interesting and unique animals in the world. Nice post!
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