1. A flightless bird native to New Caledonia, having gray plumage and a loud call.
Usage: zoology; endangered species

Examples

• The kagu is one of the rarest birds in the world.
• Scientists study the kagu to understand how to protect endangered species.
• The kagu's distinctive call can be heard throughout the forests of New Caledonia.
• Conservation efforts have been crucial for the survival of the kagu population.