The kākāpō, a large, flightless parrot that is native to New Zealand, is a fascinating bird. With an owl-like face and a body shape similar to a penguin’s, it moves with a wobbling motion like a duck. The kākāpō is characterized by its moss-green feathers, which help it blend into the forest. The large bird can weigh up to six kilograms, making it the heaviest parrot in the world. In spite of its large size, the kākāpō is known for its tame and gentle nature.
鴞鸚鵡是一種十分迷人的鳥類，牠是一種大型、無法飛行的鸚鵡，為紐西蘭的特有種。牠擁有貓頭鷹般的臉和類似於企鵝的身形，移動時會像鴨子一樣有搖搖晃晃的動作。鴞鸚鵡以其苔蘚綠的羽毛為特徵，這有助於牠融入森林。這種大型的鳥類可重達六公斤，是世界上最重的鸚鵡。儘管牠體型龐大，鴞鸚鵡以其溫馴柔和的性格聞名。
生活必備字詞：
be native to + 地方 某地特有的；原產於某地
feather n. 羽毛
blend into... 與……融為一體
blend vi. 融合，混合
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