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The Kakapo is a flightless nocturnal parrot from New Zealand. Never far away from extinction, in 2009 only 124 were left. Their numbers began to decline when non-native plants and animals were introduced into their habitat. The survivors live on Codfish and Anchor islands where members of the Kakapo Recovery Programme monitor their progress. The remaining parrots all have names (except for a few chicks). Peter couldn't find a Peter parrot, but he did find a Lisa Kakapo, so her name, along with her partner, is inscribed on this fixed edition box figurine. The Latin name, Strigops habroptila, can be found on the lid. Additional carvings include Resolution and Secretary - two islands undergoing ecological restoration. This means that all non-native plants and animals are being removed. If successful, it is hoped that the Kakapo can be introduced to these islands.

Although Harmony Kingdom is still manufactured at Wimberley Mills near Stroud in Gloucestershire, since Martin Perry, the founder retired in August 2005, marketing and shipping of the pieces is done from the USA office at Harmony Ball Company in Ohio. This means that we have to consolidate our orders before having them shipped to us. We are currently taking deliveries about every 6 weeks and so there may be a delay with your order if the piece is not already in stock. We will advise by email. Hope this doesn't cause a problem.