Kākāpō Files II
RNZThe Kākāpō Files podcast is back with what’s set to be the biggest breeding season of all time for the world’s favourite parrot.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 37 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Science | |||
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The 2026 kākāpō breeding season is all systems go: nearly half of the females of breeding age have mated and so far 15 females are nesting. Technical Advisor Daryl Eason talks about record-breaking female Ongaonga who, at 4 years-old, is the youngest... more
There have been 24 kākāpō matings so far, and the number is increasing as mating action heats up on all three breeding islands. Deidre Vercoe, from the Kākāpō Recovery Programme, tells Alison Ballance that some 7-year-old birds from the 2019 breeding... more
Early bird Pearl has laid the first eggs of the 2026 kākāpō breeding season but Kākāpō Recovery Programme science advisor Andrew Digby tells Alison Ballance that it’s too soon to know if they are fertile. Youngsters Huhū and Hondy are the third pair ... more
It’s the New Year and we’re in the early days of a big kākāpō breeding season. Daryl Eason from the Kākāpō Team tells Alison Ballance that Esperance and Ian are the second kākāpō to mate, and he expects that any minute now there will be plenty more b... more
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- Happy Booming
These large green parrots (moss potato’s) make my life significantly better. The podcast is always a joy to listen to. I never knew I could be so invested in such a silly creature :)
Apple Podcasts5mattpelletier
United States2 years ago - INCREDIBLE
I love this podcast so much!! It’s so cool to learn more about endangered species conservation so in depth especially with such a cool species!! I love this!!
Apple Podcasts5emuzz1223United States4 years ago - Please don’t let this podcast end with COVID
I enjoy every part of what you do . It makes me so happy to know there are people out there making a difference. When I became aware that there was something called a kakapo there were Around 90 or so out there. From listening to the podcast I know the last breeding season was very prolific and Thea won’t be the norm. There are lot of me out there and this cast encourages us to donate . While it will probably not be in my lifetime it would be great if they could make it back to their original h... more
Apple Podcasts5just a guy 01United States4 years ago - Wonderful podcast
Alison Ballance and the kākāpō recovery team have created a wonderful podcast from the world of the most amazing parrot on this planet. I highly recommend to listen to it.
Apple Podcasts5DORpapst
Germany6 years ago - Beautiful and heartwarming
Having visited NZ and fallen in love with these amazing birds, this podcast helps us in Germany to stay connected ❤️
Apple Podcasts5PeterEnis1235937275Germany6 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #219 |  Australia/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #11 |  New Zealand/Science |
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What is Kākāpō Files II about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Content focuses on the fascinating world of the kākāpō, an endangered parrot native to New Zealand. It covers critical topics such as the kākāpō recovery program, breeding behaviors, and innovative conservation efforts, particularly emphasizing the unique characteristics of these birds. Listeners can expect to learn about the current breeding challenges and advances in techniques such as artificial insemination aimed at boosting fertility rates. The host often includes insights from experts and conservationists involved in the program, providing both scientific information and personal stories that highlight the urgency and importance of the conservation work being done to protect this remarkable species.
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Kākāpō Files II launched 7 years ago and published 37 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Deidre Vercoe
2. Daryl Eason
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