Bird
Kakapo
Flightless nocturnal parrot of New Zealand
Family Strigopidae
Strigopidae is a taxonomic family in the order Psittaciformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Kakapo and Kea. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Strigopidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakapo Strigops habroptilus | 3 kg | 60 cm | 5 km/h | 60 yrs | Oceania | Critically Endangered |
| Kea Nestor notabilis | 900 g | 48 cm | 50 km/h | 30 yrs | Oceania | Endangered |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
Profiles
Bird
Kea
Alpine parrot renowned for curiosity