Behavior of the Kakapo
During the day they sleep in small burrows or caves. As night falls, these solitary birds move off to search for food. They forage both on the ground and up in trees.
Where does the kakapo live?
The kakapo (Strigops habroptilus) is a large flightless parrot native to New Zealand. It adapted to life on the ground because New Zealand has few natural terrestrial predators.
What is natural habitat of kakapo?
The Kakapo can be found in a wide range of habitats of varying altitudes and climates, including forest, scrub, herb fields and tussock grassland. The species has also adapted to unfamiliar habitats, including pastureland.
