ScienceKākāpō population rises to 325 after record breeding season

New Zealand’s critically endangered kākāpō has surpassed 300 birds for the first time in 75 years after a record breeding season. Ninety chicks were added to the population on 1 September, taking the total to 325. Mass fruiting by native rimu trees prompted breeding after a four-year gap.

kākāpōNew Zealandendangered specieswildlife conservation

TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-09-01 02:57Original