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Briefing: ‘My lovely distraction’: live stream of kākāpō – world’s fattest parrot – and her chicks captivates New Zealand
Strategic angle: More than 100,000 people have tuned in to watch ‘kākāpō cam’, which captures a rare flightless bird sleeping, tidying her nest and fighting off intruders.
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Summary
- Live stream attracts over 100,000 viewers.
- Features the kākāpō, a rare flightless parrot.
- Captures the bird's daily activities in its natural habitat.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Location | New Zealand's remote southern fjords |
| Bird Species | Kākāpō |
| Viewership | Over 100,000 |
Sources
- Guardian Environment: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/11/kakapo-cam-live-stream-parrot-new-zealand