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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]:

  Kakapo \Ka`ka*po"\, n. (Zool.)
     A singular nocturnal parrot ({Strigops habroptilus}), native
     of New Zealand. It lives in holes during the day, but is
     active at night. It resembles an owl in its colors and
     general appearance. It has large wings, but can fly only a
     short distance. Called also {owl parrot}, {night parrot}, and


     {night kaka}.
     [1913 Webster]

















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