1. plural of kakapo; large flightless nocturnal parrots native to New Zealand

Examples

• Kakapos are critically endangered birds found only in New Zealand.
• The conservation program has helped increase the number of kakapos in the wild.
• Kakapos are the world’s heaviest parrots and cannot fly.
• Scientists monitor kakapos closely to protect this rare species.
• The distinctive musty smell of kakapos helps researchers track them at night.
• Kakapos feed primarily on native plants, fruits, and seeds.