Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A Maori name, adopted to some extent for a small green parrot of the genus Platycercus. P. novæhollandiæ is the more common species.

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Examples

  • It was necessary to establish this information before other red-crown kakariki, being bred for release on Maungatautari, were placed on the mountain.

    Archive 2007-01-01 2007

  • Captive birds can be inbred, or they can sometimes breed with yellow-crowned kakariki, which means they are not a pure native species.

    Archive 2007-01-01 2007

  • A red-crowned kakariki has been spotted in bush on Maungatautari, south of Cambridge, sparking a flurry of interest from conservationists in the area.

    Archive 2007-01-01 2007

  • The crown included several protesters in costumes including a kiwi, kakariki and pukeho.

    Stuff.co.nz - Stuff By MARTIN KAY 2010

  • The crown included several protesters in costumes including a kiwi, kakariki and pukeho.

    Stuff.co.nz - Stuff By MARTIN KAY 2010

  • Within the Whirinaki is a 1000ha core area of intensive pest control that has been in place since 2003, during this time the bird life in this area has increased beyond expectations, kaka, kakariki, robins, whiteheads, bellbirds and tui are all being protected.

    NZ On Screen 2010

  • Comeback to mainland Auckland for the kakariki - 20 released into Tawharanui Open Sanctuary

    unknown title 2009

  • Cricket valelodge off out the cricket kakariki Back to a bird-empty house.

    Gaea Times (by Simple Thoughts) Breaking News and incisive views 24/7 2009

  • Richard Griffiths, project manager for the Rangitoto and Motutapu restoration project, says it's exciting to see kakariki back so soon - but says we must look after them.

    ScreenTalk 2009

  • Comeback to mainland Auckland for the kakariki - 20 released into Tawharanui Open Sanctuary

    unknown title 2009

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  • A New Zealand green parakeet of the genus Platycercus.

    October 31, 2008