Kakapo?

Discussion in 'New Zealand' started by BeachBall, Sep 21, 2013.

  1. BeachBall

    BeachBall Nosey old moo

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    So this T-shirt my brother got me in NZ says "Kakapo" on it

    What does that actually mean?? Is it a place?? Or is it Maori for "stunningly beautiful"?? Or ... what??
     
    BeachBall, Sep 21, 2013
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  3. Ranger

    Ranger Hip Forums Supporter HipForums Supporter

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    Ranger, Sep 21, 2013
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  5. Spectacles

    Spectacles My life is a tapestry Lifetime Supporter

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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9T1vfsHYiKY"]Shagged by a rare parrot - Last Chance To See - BBC Two - YouTube

    found this earlier when Ranger mentioned it.
     
    Spectacles, Sep 21, 2013
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  7. SpacemanSpiff

    SpacemanSpiff Visitor

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuLFzhdBa9A"]Kakapo Dance - YouTube
     
    SpacemanSpiff, Sep 21, 2013
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  9. wiccan_witch

    wiccan_witch Senior Member

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    It's a parrot that is native to New Zealand and sadly is endangered. :(
     
    wiccan_witch, Sep 21, 2013
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