Australian Ringneck
NameAustralian Ringneck
Common NameAustralian Ringneck
Scientific NameBarnardius zonarius
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)37
Length (cm)35
Weight (g)120
Plumage DetailsPlumage varies by subspecies but generally features a green body, blue wings and tail, and a yellow belly. Many subspecies have a dark cap, a red frontal band above the beak, and a distinctive yellow band (the 'ringneck') on the nape. The bird in the image shows a dark head, red forehead, blue on the wings, green back, and a yellowish-orange wash on the breast/belly.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of shrill, metallic calls, whistles, and chattering notes. They often emit a distinctive 'kling-kling' or 'twenty-eight' call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across mainland Australia, excluding the far north and east coast. It inhabits a variety of wooded and open habitats, including eucalyptus woodlands, mallee scrub, agricultural areas, and urban parks.
Identifying FeaturesYellow ring on nape (though sometimes indistinct or absent in some subspecies), Long tail, Vibrant green, blue, and yellow plumage, Red frontal band (in many subspecies), Dark cap (in many subspecies)
Description
The Australian Ringneck is a medium-sized parrot with a long tail, characterized by its vibrant green, blue, and yellow plumage. It is commonly found foraging in trees and on the ground for seeds, fruits, and nectar across various Australian habitats.
