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Kea mating

Kea are the world’s most alpine parrots. They mate in the winter snow after a long and gentle courtship.

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Andy Dennis. 'Mountains', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 1-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/mountains/4/3