night parrot

night parrot
Kakapo Ka`ka*po", n. (Zo["o]l.) 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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  • night parrot — /ˈnaɪt pærət / (say nuyt paruht) noun either of two small Australian parrots that feed and drink after dusk: 1. a rare green and yellow parrot, Geopsittacus occidentalis. 2. → Bourke s parrot …  

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