Galah
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NameGalah
Common NameGalah
Scientific NameEolophus roseicapilla
FamilyCacatuidae
Wingspan (cm)80
Length (cm)36.5
Weight (g)310
Plumage DetailsAdult Galahs have bright pink plumage on their face, neck, breast, and belly, contrasting with pale grey on their back, wings, and undertail coverts. They possess a short, pale pink erectile crest.
Vocalization / CallGalahs produce loud, high-pitched screeching or chattering calls, often repeated rapidly. These vocalizations are particularly noticeable when birds are in flight or communicating within their flocks.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodlands, grasslands, agricultural areas, urban parks, suburban gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread throughout mainland Australia, Galahs are found in nearly all habitats except the densest forests and driest deserts. Their range has expanded with human settlement and agriculture.
Identifying Featurespink breast and face, grey back and wings, short pink crest, loud screeching calls, social behavior in large flocks
Description
The Galah is a medium-sized Australian parrot, easily recognized by its distinctive pink and grey plumage. These highly social birds are often seen in large, noisy flocks, foraging on the ground for seeds or performing acrobatic flights.
