To keep other kakapos out of their territory, they make a 'skraaarking' sound. The kakapo has a life span of about 60 years. The kakapo had no natural enemies on its native islands of New Zealand. The kakapo was also eaten by Maori and European settlers. Kakapo means 'night parrot' in the Maori language.
Males are bigger than females.
This bird's soft green feathers camouflage it in its leafy environment. The kakapo has sturdy legs and small wings that are only used to glide from trees. It walks with its head close to the ground. The face is owl-like. They eat roots, seeds, leaves, buds, cones, fruit, and flowers.