New Zealand's islands are home to many strange and wonderful creatures, but perhaps the most interesting is the kākāpō. This large, flightless parrot lives on only a few offshore islands and is protected from introduced predators. The kākāpō is a night bird and is also known as the 'night parrot'. It communicates in a very special way, making a sound like a pipe that can be heard from kilometers away. Did you know that the kākāpō is one of the rarest birds in the world? There are only a few hundred kākāpō, and they are protected. The kākāpō's home is on New Zealand's offshore islands, where it can find food easily and is safe from predators. The kākāpō is a very interesting bird that communicates in a special way and is active at night. It's also very rare and protected. You might be wondering: Why can't the kākāpō fly? How does it communicate? Why is it protected? The answers are: The kākāpō is a flightless parrot that evolved over time. It communicates in a special way, making a sound like a pipe that can be heard from kilometers away. The kākāpō is protected because it's very rare and its home is on New Zealand's offshore islands, where it's safe from predators. Learning about the kākāpō can help kids learn about nature and wildlife, and understand why some species are protected.