New Zealand's critically endangered kakapo parrot begins breeding season

bangkokpost.com

New Zealand's critically endangered kakapo parrot has begun breeding for the first time in four years. The flightless bird, with only 236 individuals remaining, is experiencing its 13th breeding season in 30 years, with hopes for a record number of chicks. Conservation efforts began in 1995 to save the kakapo from extinction, with the first chicks expected to hatch in mid-February.


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