Quote by Douglas Adams

The kakapo is a bird out of time. If you look one in its large, round, greeny-brown face, it has a look of serenely innocent incomprehension that makes you want to hug it and tell it that everything will be all right, thought you know that it probably will not be.

The kakapo is a bird out of time. If you look one in its lar

Summary

This quote encapsulates the uniqueness and vulnerability of the kakapo bird. The description of its innocent and perplexed expression reflects its obliviousness to the threats it faces in the modern world. The urge to comfort and protect the kakapo stems from a realization that its fate is uncertain, emphasizing the importance of conservation efforts to ensure its survival. Despite the desire to provide reassurance, the quote acknowledges the challenges and uncertainties that lie ahead for the kakapo.

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