Endangered
Kakapos
Why did the kakapos become
endangered ?
They were listed as
nd
endangered on June 2 1970
they are currently listed with a
status of critically injured
because their numbers have
dropped.
How many kakapos are
left ?
There are only 122 living
birds counted in the past
year.
What are predators of the
kakapo ?
The main predators are
dogs, cats and rats all
introduced to New Zealand
after NZ settlers.
Facts about kakapos
• Kakapos are extinct on the north
island.
• One of the longest living birds.
• they can live for up to 90 yearsmaximum 120 years.
• The worlds heaviest parrot.
• Critically endangered.
BY: ZUHAL