Critter of the Week Kermadec red-crowned kakariki

This week’s Critter of the Week is the Kermadec red-crowned kakariki. They are similar to the mainland red-crowned kakariki, but are slightly larger and prefer a warmer climate, says Doc's Nicola Toki. They are only found up north in the tropical Kermadec Islands.

Kermadec red crowned parakeet closeup_Photo Credit CC Megan Farley

A tense game of Kakariki vs. kakariki _Photo Credit CC Megan Farley

Kermadec Kakariki wing colouring_Photo Credit CC Megan Farley

Kermadec red crowned kakariki_ Photo Credit CC Megan Farley