Overview
The New Zealand Department of Conservation has launched a live stream of Rakiura, a 23-year-old Kākāpō parrot, nesting in her favorite underground cavity. This rare glimpse into endangered parrot breeding allows viewers to watch the critically endangered species during breeding season, with Rakiura having laid her first egg on January 22nd.
Key Points
- Rakiura uses the same nesting site for all seven breeding seasons since 2008 - provides unprecedented consistency for wildlife monitoring
- The livestream captures a critically endangered species with only around 250 Kākāpō remaining worldwide - offers public access to rare conservation moments
- Rakiura has produced nine living descendants across six breeding seasons - demonstrates successful breeding program impact for species recovery
- The nest is equipped with monitoring technology including a hatch for egg/chick observation - shows how modern tech enhances wildlife conservation efforts