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Website
PBS

Pbs: The Life of Birds

For Students 9th - 10th
Online companion to the PBS program "The Life of Birds." In-depth look at certain behaviors of birds, the evolution of birds, birds as parents, and bird songs.
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Interactive
Other

In Pieces: 30 Species. 30 Pieces. 1 Fragmented Survival.

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore this interactive exhibition featuring 30 of the world's most interesting but unfortunately endangered species. The exhibition provides useful research information and a video on each endangered animal.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Kakapo (Strigops Habroptilus)

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated entry describes the Kakapo with details about its habitat, physical characteristics, diet, breeding, and other facts.
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Handout
Bagheera

Bagheera: Kakapo

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explores the life of the Kakapo, noting this bird's behaviors and natural history. Special focus is made on why this bird is endangered and what conservation efforts are currently under way. A case study of the Dodo bird and...
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Handout
Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Kakapo

For Students 9th - 10th
The kakapo is a New Zealand bird whose numbers have steadily declined for centuries. In the late 1900s, the few that were left were removed to an island where efforts are being made to ensure their survival. You will find some brief...