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The most common enemies of the Kakapo are feral cats, wild dogs, stoats, weasels and ferrets. Feral cats have decimated their population on Stewart Island. The kiore, or Polynesian rat, raids their nests.
Humans also once posed a danger by hunting them, while destruction of their habitat is another problem humans have caused.
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When was Kakapo created?
Kakapo was created in 1845.
Why do we need to conserve the kakapo?
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What is the Kakapo's biggest enemy?
That is difficult to say. Man would probably be the kakapo' biggest enemy, since it is Man that has caused the current problems for this bird. Prior to European settlement, there were no native predators of the kakapo in New Zealand. They are particularly subject to predation by stoats and feral cats, both of which have been introduced. Feral cats virtually decimated the poulation on Stewart Island, and the remaining birds had to be relocated to another island. Also, when the Polynesians arrived, the kiore, or Polynesian rat, was introduced into the kakapo's habitat, whereupon they began to feast on the kakapo's eggs. The Polynesians themselves raided nests and ate eggs, and they used the kakapo as a source of food for the new human population as, being flightless, they were easy to catch. The feathers from the kakapos were also valued. With the arrival of new people from Europe, the situation became worse with more rats, imported cats and stoats, and more hunting by the new residents of the birds for food.
Are kakapo nocturnal?
Yes. Kakapo are nocturnal, an unusual trait in a parrot.
What is causing kakapo population to decline?
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.
Can kakapo fight?
Yes. Kakapo can and do fight. Young kakapo engage in play-fighting, while mature males will fight over their territory.
What does the word kakapo mean in English?
Kakapo is a Maori word meaning "night parrot". This is because the kakapo is the world's only nocturnal parrot.
What is a kakapo's maori name?
Kakapo is the Maori name. It means "night parrot".
Where does the kakapo originate from?
The kakapo originates from New Zealand. It is the world's only flightless parrot.
What color are kakapo's feet?
Kakapo have grey legs and feet, and their feet have pale soles.
Is a kakapo a consumer or producer?
The kakapo is a consumer. Unlike producers, its does not produce its own food.
What is a kakapo litter size?
Kakapo are birds. Therefore they do not have litters: they have clutches. Kakapo lay between one and four eggs once every two to three years.
