The Collaborative International Dictionary
owl parrot
Kakapo \Ka`ka*po"\, n. (Zo["o]l.) A singular nocturnal parrot ( Strigops habroptilus), native of New Zealand. It lives in holes during the day, but is active at night. It resembles an owl in its colors and general appearance. It has large wings, but can fly only a short distance. Called also owl parrot, night parrot, and night kaka.
Wiktionary
owl parrot
n. (context dated English) The kakapo.