Kea. New Zealand Alpine Parrot. (Nestor notabilis) (9112326315)

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Summary[edit] Description: The New Zealand kea is an endemic parrot found in the South Island's alpine environments. Population: 1,000–5,000 Conservation status: Nationally Endangered Found in: Alpine environments of the South Island Kea are a protected species. They are the world's only alpine parrot, and one of the most intelligent birds. To survive in the harsh alpine environment kea have become inquisitive and nomadic social birds - characteristics which help them to find and utilise new food sources. Date: 12 August 2007, 14:45. Source: Kea. New Zealand Alpine Parrot. (Nestor notabilis). Author: Bernard Spragg. NZ from Christchurch, New Zealand. Camera location43° 31′ 52.05″ S, 171° 32′ 16.63″ E View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap-43.531126; 171.537952.