
critically endangered
cyanoramphus malherbiESA Categories -birds
orange-fronted parakeet
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
orange-fronted parakeet, malherbe's parakeet
Regions
New Zealand
Population
Approximately 5,000 individuals
Habitat
Malherb's parakeets inhabit dense forests and coastal areas with abundant vegetation.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
0.3, and 10
Regions
New Zealand
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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