Kākāpō

The kākāpō is a chunky, flightless parrot that lives only in New Zealand. Unlike most parrots, it’s active at night and prefers to walk or climb rather than fly. Its moss-green feathers help it blend into the forest floor like a feathery boulder.

• It is the world’s only flightless parrot.
• Its name means 'night parrot' in the Māori language.
• It freezes completely still when startled, relying on camouflage.