Kaka Beak Flower New Zealand
by Joan Carroll
Title
Kaka Beak Flower New Zealand
Artist
Joan Carroll
Medium
Photograph - Photography And Digital Art
Description
When I saw these pretty red ‘things’ on Steward Island New Zealand, I thought at first that they were red peppers. But after searching the web, I discovered that they are called Kaka Beak. The clusters of red flowers resemble the beak of the Kaka, a New Zealand parrot. They usually flower from spring through to early summer but can flower twice a year or even year round. Kaka Beak was used by the Maori to feed caged Tui. These native birds were kept in captivity to attract and capture other birds. Each flower holds copious nectar at the base of the flower attracting Tui & other nectar loving birds.
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Joan carroll, new Zealand, stewart island, kaka, beak, flower, red, textured,
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January 9th, 2019
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Ann Pride
Excellent capture. Very interesting story about the nectar of these plants Joan. Wonder if they have a pleasant scent to the natives as well.
Ruth's other Artistic vision
Amazing creative fantasy of nature! Picturesque flower! Nice discovery in this beautiful photo!
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