In 2016, a New Zealand ranger became the only human living on a predator-free island; he stayed to guard the last refuge of the world’s heaviest parrot
Codfish Island, or Whenua Hou, is a crucial sanctuary where the endangered kakapo parrot thrives without the threat of predators. Dedicated rangers tirelessly safeguard these unique, flightless birds from invasive species. Through committed conservation actions such as hand-feeding and monitoring, the kakapo population has seen a resurgence. Their future relies…
The Times of India ·