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kakapo


Meanings
  • A large, flightless parrot native to New Zealand.

    - "The kakapo is a unique bird found only in New Zealand."
    - "The kakapo, a flightless parrot, is an iconic symbol of New Zealand's diverse wildlife."

Rhymes
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kaka , taka , makeka
Homophones
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  1. Caco () :


Variants
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kakapo , kakapos
Forms
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The singular form of the kakapo is 'kakapo'. There are no known plural forms or conjugations for the kakapo.


Etymology
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The word 'kakapo' comes from the Maori language, where 'kakapo' means 'owl parrot'.


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  1. The kakapo is the world's heaviest parrot, with an average weight of around 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs).

  2. The kakapo's eyes are positioned on the sides of its head, allowing it to have a wide field of vision. This adaptation helps the kakapo to detect predators more easily.

  3. The kakapo is a nocturnal bird, meaning it is active during the night and sleeps during the day. This adaptation helps the kakapo to avoid predators during the day and to take advantage of the abundant food sources available during the night.


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  1. Flightless birds: A group of birds that have evolved to lose the ability to fly. The kakapo is one of the best-known flightless birds found in New Zealand.


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The kakapo holds a significant cultural and symbolic importance in New Zealand. It is featured in various Maori myths and legends, and is considered a taonga or treasure of New Zealand's heritage.

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