The bird who can't fly

The world's creation is indeed fantastic and amusing. There are varieties of species in animal kingdom, plants and flowers, humans and elements. Aside from this astonishing creations, we see ourselves the dominator of this world. As I thoroughly researching about my topic for today. I accidently clicked my saved videos on Facebook. In fact, I have saved many of movie links and posts. As I scrolled up and down, I saw an intersting video that it's worth to share.

This article is about a bird who can't fly. It cannot fly not because it doesn't have wings, it has two wings like other birds. It is also colorful and not defected. This bird is so fantastic. I know some of you have this bird in the same species. As I watched the whole video, I wonder how it survive in the land if it's not flying? We know that birds can easily be hunted because they are prey. Prey that can be eaten by snakes, owls, eagles, fox, and other predator known in the wild.

Let me introduce you the bird who can't fly even it has wings. This bird is what we called Kakapos. Kakapos are the world's only flightless parrots in the world. They cannot fly. Why? It is because their feather are so soft unlike other birds that is stiff and strong which cannot support them to fly. Basically, Kakapos only used their wings to balance and to support rather than to flap it. Kákápō means night parrot. Meaning they only go outside their nest at night. They are so prone to be hunted during daylight since they cannot run and fly.

The latin name of Kakapos is Strigops Habroptilus meaning owl-face feather. Since this bird is so unique. They are not only in danger because of predators, but for humans as well. Many people are so interested in this bird and they hunt it. In fact, some of the island in New Zealand eat these birds. These birds can only be found in New Zealand alone. You cannot find these birds in any country at all. New Zealand declared these birds to be "national critical". Meaning they are endangered species. In fact, there are only 199 Kakapos who lived today.

Unlike other birds, Kakapos has high egg infertility. Meaning, 40% of their eggs are infertile and cannot be hatched. This is one of the causes why their number decreased significantly over the years. In 1990, New Zealand started the project called Kakapo Recovery Programs which aims to protect, preserve and prolong the lives of Kakapos. Surprisingly, they are one of the world's longest-living birds that can have a lifespan of 90 to 100 years.

So if they have that long lifespan why they are so few? In fact, in 1990's the predatory animals were introduced in New Zealand. Since their number is few, it became fewer because they are hunted by cats, rats and stoats. In 1995, there are only 51 Kakapos left known. Imagine that small number of these birds and in addition, there are 40% egg infertility as well. This means that their species are struggling in the wild. Thankfully, the New Zealand government started to take care and protect them.

We can see the huge difference of their number from 51 to 199 today. Although it is a small number, but gradually they are recovering. We cannot blame the predators since that is their nature. Animals in the wild needs to hunt to live. But unfortunately, for Kakapos who cannot fly is one of best meal and easiest target for them. Truly a sad definition of prey and predator cycle.

One of the amazing fact that I was surprised to know about Kakapos is that they smell sweet like honey. Yes, this is a unique characteristic of this bird and they use it to recognize their kind. I wonder what they really are when you hold them. Based on the videos I watched, their feathers are so soft and I think that's the best nest for the new birds. Additionally, Kakapos are the world's heaviest parrots with 25 inches height and 90 pounds in weight.

I can concur that sometimes although we are all humans, but there will be a unique characteristic that can only be found in you. Kakapos are in great danger, but thanks for the help of good-hearted people who shared their kindness to these birds. I want you to love your pets dearly. They may be a dog, cat, bird, and rabbit. They still deserved to be loved and cared by you. Remember the first day you have and them. The unconditional smile and care you exert to them. Always remember that and above all, don't hurt them without a reason.

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