Galah
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NameGalah
Common NameGalah
Scientific NameEolophus roseicapilla
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)82.5
Length (cm)36.5
Weight (g)310
Plumage DetailsAdult Galahs have a vibrant rose-pink plumage on their face, neck, and underparts, contrasting with a pale grey back, wings, and tail. They possess a short, pale pinkish-white crest and a pale horn-colored bill, with a bare, pinkish-white eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallGalahs produce a range of loud, harsh, high-pitched screeches and squawks, often repeated, especially when in flight or communicating within a flock. They also make softer chattering sounds.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodland, grassland, agricultural land, urban parks, gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across most of mainland Australia, excluding only the driest deserts and dense rainforests. They have also been introduced to some areas of Tasmania.
Identifying FeaturesBright rose-pink head, neck, and underparts, Pale grey back and wings, Short, pale pinkish-white crest, Pale horn-colored bill, Pinkish-white bare eye-ring
Description
The Galah is a medium-sized, highly social cockatoo known for its striking pink and grey plumage. These intelligent birds are often seen in large, noisy flocks across open landscapes, feeding on seeds and displaying playful behaviors.
