Gorgeous and feisty - fantastic photos of the kea parrot

5/9/2020

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Nature Story: Gorgeous and feisty - fantastic photos of the kea parrot

Kea is the only mountain parrot ever known. It is an intelligent bird with fantastically beautiful feathers.

Kea is an unusual bird. It is the only existing mountain parrot. To survive in its environment it has curiosity and intelligence. Besides kea is half a meter in size. Though it weighs about 1 kg, it is remarkably strong. Kea isn't afraid of people or other animals.

Don't miss interesting facts about birds with unusual beaks.

#1 This parrot lives in New Zealand

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#2 Its beak resembles that of an eagle

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#3 It's famous for its unforgettable colouring and intelligence

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#4 To get food this bird can solve logical puzzles

#5 Keas can easily open your window or check your backpack

#6 Today keas are protected

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10 Comments

Lyndell Taylor

Very cheeky birds, but their beauty is only seen when in flight. Otherwise, they are very drab looking. Most common in the South Island.

David Ching

steve, Don't park a car near them. They enjoy window sealers, windscreen rubbers and anything not tied down.

steve

Very formidable-looking beak on this bird. I dare say that it could do some serious damage.

Scott

ninakamwene, I live in NZ and have seen many Kia. They're really not that small. Lol

Bronni

Linalinda Eichin, Kiwi are nocturnal, so only come out at night. They also have poor eyesight. They eat roots and leaves and are rarely seen during the day. They are flightless. They are a protected species and are New Zealand/s national bird. (We New Zealanders also call ourselves Kiwis too!) Just thought I would share!!

ninakamwene

A beautiful and smart parrot. My daughter is half Kiwi and I have not seen it on my visits to NZ Kiwi Land. Thank you for sharing Quiz Folks and be well.

Shae Deschenes

What a beautiful awesome bird. Smart also! So glad they are protected from man. Thanks so much for sharing this with all of us who follow "Facebook Facts".

Eve

I saw both Kia and Kiwi birds while in New Zealand. The Kia was sitting in a tree in my sister's yard and the Kiwi was in a sanctuary. Very cool to see different wildlife