About the Kakapo
The kākāpō, sometimes known as the owl-parrot, is a species of large, nocturnal, ground-dwelling parrot of the superfamily Strigopoidea. It is endemic to New Zealand.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New Zealand Parrots (Strigopidae) |
| Species | Strigops habroptilus |
| Species Codes | kakapo2, KAKA |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kakapo belong to?
The Kakapo (Strigops habroptilus) belongs to the New Zealand Parrots family (Strigopidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Kakapo?
The Kakapo is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Kakapo?
The kākāpō, sometimes known as the owl-parrot, is a species of large, nocturnal, ground-dwelling parrot of the superfamily Strigopoidea. It is endemic to New Zealand....
Where can I report a Kakapo sighting?
You can log sightings of Kakapo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kakapo2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
4
Species in Family
67
iNat Observations
CR
IUCN Status
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