SloveniaThe critically endangered kakapo, a large nocturnal parrot native to New Zealand, has experienced a significant population increase due to a record-breaking breeding season. In September, 90 chicks were added to the population, raising the total number of kakapos to 325, the highest since conservation efforts began in 1995. This growth was driven by an unusually abundant harvest of rimu berries, which provided essential nutrients for reproduction. The kakapo’s unique reproductive cycle, occurring every two to four years, combined with genetic challenges and low fertility rates, made this milestone particularly notable. Conservationists highlight that such a rapid increase had previously taken 16 years to achieve. Historically, the species faced threats from both Māori hunting and European settlers in the 19th century, who introduced predators like cats and rats.
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