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1 de may. de 2024 · The kea ( Nestor notabilis) is a large parrot unique to the south island of New Zealand. Typically, they are spotted in the New Zealand Alps; however, researchers describe the bird as a “generalist” capable of survival in nonalpine regions. 1 Keas are omnivores and have a reputation for eating (or attempting to eat) just about ...
Hace 6 días · The birds belong to a species called the kea (Nestor notabilis), a maverick member of the parrot family, described as everything from a fun-loving prankster to a heartless mountain mobster that knows no bounds when it comes to procuring a meal.
Hace 5 días · Keas, scientifically known as Nestor notabilis, are the only alpine parrot species in the world and are unique due to their adaptability to cold environments. In the wild, they have been observed engaging in playful behaviors, such as sliding down snowy roofs, nibbling on tourists’ shoes, and even using tools—signs of their remarkable intelligence.
3 de may. de 2024 · Kea (Nestor notabilis) De tamaño mediano, el siguiente de los animales peligrosos en Nueva Zelanda seguro que te sorprende. Hablamos del kea, loro de montaña o loro carnicero, una de las aves nativas en Nueva Zelanda y que puede llegar a tener una envergadura alar de hasta 10 cm. Son traviesos y muy inteligentes.
1 de may. de 2024 · Species such as chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes), bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), Bornean orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus), brown capuchins (Cebus apella), Asian elephants (Elephas maximus), wolves (Canis lupus), spotted hyaenas (Crocuta crocuta) and keas (Nestor notabilis) have shown evidence of actively coordinated collaboration ...
19 de may. de 2024 · Their closest living relatives are the New Zealand kaka (Nestor meridionalis) and the kea (Nestor notabilis). The scientific name of the kakapo is Strigops habroptilus . They belong to the New Zealand parrot superfamily, Strigopoidea.
12 de may. de 2024 · The world's only true alpine parrot, found only on the South Island of New Zealand. Large, with olive-green plumage. Note scarlet underwings visible in flight. Females are smaller than males with shorter bills. Juveniles have a yellow eye-ring and a paler crown. Gives a distinct loud “keee-aaa” call, mostly in flight. Very inquisitive toward people and their cars within the mountain ranges ...
