Mangoverde :: World Bird Guide :: Parrots, Macaws and Allies :: Kakapo

Kakapo Strigops habroptilus

Described by: Gray, G. R. (1845)
Alternate common name(s): None known by website authors
Old scientific name(s): Strigops habroptila

Photographs

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Range

Island off New Zealand;
Five introduced populations;
Maud Is., Pearl Is., Little Barrier Is., Codfish Is. and Kakahn (Chalky) Is. in Fiordland.
Formerly on Stewart Is. and the Milford District of Fiordland in South Island.

Videos

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Sounds

Location unknown - Date unknown Source: Kiwi Wildlife Tours

References

Clements, James F. Birds of the World: A Checklist. Vista, CA: Ibis Publishing Company, 2000.

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