New Zealand's Bird of the Year? The Captivating Hunter, Kea-rea, at 200 km/h!
Isn't it fascinating that New Zealand's 'Bird of the Year' has been selected as the New Zealand Falcon, also known as Kea-rea? 🤩 This high-speed hunter, which hunts at an incredible speed of 200 km/h, reportedly garnered a remarkable 21% of the votes, suggesting many have fallen for Kea-rea's charm!
Hello everyone! Today, I've brought you some truly exciting news that has shaken New Zealand – the 'Bird of the Year' competition. I found myself incredibly interested after seeing this news too! 😉
The Fast and Captivating New Zealand Falcon, Kea-rea!
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The distinguished winner of this year's 'Bird of the Year' competition is none other than the New Zealand Falcon, known as 'kārearea' in Māori. 🕊️ This incredible bird is said to be capable of hunting by diving at a breathtaking speed of up to 200 km/h. 💨 Just imagining this bird hunting at such speeds in New Zealand's lush forests is thrilling, isn't it?
A Fierce 20th Anniversary Competition
This year marked a meaningful occasion as it was the 20th anniversary since the 'Bird of the Year' competition began. 🏆 To celebrate its 20th year, the competition was reportedly fiercer than ever. A total of 73 bird species were nominated this year, with each bird assigned a volunteer election manager who strove to win voters' hearts through diverse methods like memes, reels, and hand-drawn posters. 😄
21% of Valid Votes: Kea-rea's Overwhelming Popularity
As a result, Kea-rea secured the top spot by obtaining 21% of all valid votes. A 21% vote share is truly impressive, isn't it? 👍
A Tragic Reality: Kea-rea is Endangered
However, there is a somber reality for this charming high-speed hunter. Currently, it is estimated that only 5,000 to 8,000 Kea-rea remain in New Zealand. 😥 The 'Bird of the Year' competition serves a crucial purpose beyond mere entertainment; it aims to raise awareness about New Zealand's various native birds that are facing the threat of extinction. It is my hope that through this competition, many people will become more interested in Kea-rea and other New Zealand birds.
'A Serious Message Hidden Behind Memes and Enthusiasm'
A competition official stated, "Behind the memes and enthusiasm, there is a serious message." Indeed, the statistics of the top 10 birds in this year's 'Bird of the Year' closely align with the extinction statistics of New Zealand's birds. 🥺 This deepens the understanding of the significance of this competition.
What are your thoughts on the results of this year's 'Bird of the Year' competition? 💬 Do you have any further questions about Kea-rea or other New Zealand birds? Please feel free to share your opinions in the comments!
My hope is that New Zealand's beautiful birds will not disappear and will continue to be cherished by our future generations. I support the ongoing interest in these magnificent birds. ✨