The scientific name of the only remaining takahe, the South Island takahe, is Porphyrio hochstetteri.
The scientific name of the kakapo is Strigops habroptila. This means "owl-like".
The scientific name of the flightless Kakapo parrot native to New Zealand is Strigops habroptilus. It is a critically endangered species known for its unique behavior and appearance.
Kakapo is the Maori name. It means "night parrot".
There is no specific name for this physiological feature of the kakapo. It is simply called an inflatable thoracic air sac.
Kakapo was created in 1845.
Classification of the kakapo:Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: AvesOrder: PsittaciformesFamily: PsittacidaeGenus: StrigopsSpecies: habroptila
ways to help conserve the kakapo
Yes. Kakapo are nocturnal, an unusual trait in a parrot.
Kakapo numbers are increasing. Since the Kakapo Recovery Programme came into effect and kakapo have been moved to three protected islands off the southern coast of New Zealand, kakapo numbers have doubled from a critical 65 to around 130.
Yes. Kakapo can and do fight. Young kakapo engage in play-fighting, while mature males will fight over their territory.
Kakapo is a Maori word meaning "night parrot". This is because the kakapo is the world's only nocturnal parrot.
The kakapo originates from New Zealand. It is the world's only flightless parrot.
Kakapo have grey legs and feet, and their feet have pale soles.