Habitat and diet of kakapo (Strigops habroptilus) in the Esperance Valley, Fiordland, New Zealand / by Ian A E Atkinson and Don V Merton

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Title

Habitat and diet of kakapo (Strigops habroptilus) in the Esperance Valley, Fiordland, New Zealand / by Ian A E Atkinson and Don V Merton

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National Library of New Zealand

Collection

Index New Zealand

Description

Describes vegetation in the Esperance Valley, Milford catchment, Fiordland, as it was in Feb-Mar 1974 using quantitative data for part of the valley that included home ranges of two male kakapo. Looks back at the history of kakapo in the Gulliver and Esperance Valleys. Details the study area, methodology and results. Draws conclusions about the birds' habitat selection and diet and the reasons for their decline.

Format

Journal

Date created

Mar 2006

Creator

Atkinson, I. A. E. / Merton, Don,, 1939-2011, (Dept of Conservation, Research, Development & Improvement Division)

URL

http://natlib.govt.nz/records/20754398

Related subjects

Kakapo / Rare birds -- Habitat / Birds -- Food / New Zealand -- Fiordland

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