Kakapo: The Unique Bird of New Zealand

The video explores the unique characteristics of the Kakapo, a nocturnal, flightless bird native to New Zealand. Known for its whiskers and heavy weight, the Kakapo was once abundant, likened to the rabbit in New Zealand. Historical accounts describe how they could be easily caught. The Kakapo's diet consists mainly of the seeds of the remute tree, and their reproduction is tied to the tree's fruiting cycle, occurring every four years. Despite their slow breeding, Kakapos can live over a hundred years.

What unique feature helps the kakapo navigate in the dark?

• Its large eyes

• Its whiskers

• Its sharp beak

• Its long tail

Why can't the kakapo fly?

• Its wings are too short

• It is too light

• It prefers to walk

• It has no wings

How did explorer Charlie Douglas describe catching kakapos?

• By setting traps

• By luring with food

• By using nets

• By shaking trees

What is the kakapo's favorite food?

• Insects

• Remute tree seeds

• Fish

• Small mammals

How often do kakapos breed?

• Every two years

• Every year

• Every ten years

• Every four years

What is notable about the kakapo's lifespan?

• They live exactly 50 years

• They live only a few years

• They live longer than most birds

• They have the shortest lifespan among birds