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kakapo

/kah-kuh-poh/US // ˌkɑ kəˈpoʊ //UK // (ˈkɑːkəˌpəʊ) //

卡卡波,卡卡波罗,卡卡普

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    plural ka·ka·pos [kah-kuh-pohz]. /ˌkɑ kəˈpoʊz/.

    • : a large, almost flightless nocturnal parrot, Strigops habroptilus, of New Zealand: an endangered species.

Examples

  • Strigops, strī′gops, n. a genus containing the kakapo or nocturnal New Zealand parrot, the owl-parrots.

  • In captivity the kakapo is said to show much intelligence, as well as an affectionate and playful disposition.