The breeding season for Kākāpō is in full swing, with a record number of chicks expected to hatch. The current population of 147 Kākāpō live offshore on small, predator-free islands such as Whenua Hou, Pukenui and Hauturu. SABINE BERNER/DOC A big breeding season is expected to boost the endangered Kākāpō population. Jeynes said the Kākāpō chicks are doing really well, putting on weight and starting to look cute and fluffy. Twelve eggs have hatched so far, with 43 viable eggs laid and the potential for more to come.

Source: Stuff February 08, 2019 19:41 UTC