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Webster 1913 Edition


Kakapo

Kaˊka-po′

,
Noun.
(Zool.)
A singular nocturnal parrot (
Strigops habroptilus
), native of New Zealand. It lives in holes during the day, but is active at night. It resembles an owl in its colors and general appearance. It has large wings, but can fly only a short distance. Called also
owl parrot
,
night parrot
, and
night kaka
.

Definition 2024


kākāpō

kākāpō

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Maori

Noun

kākāpō

  1. kakapo

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