Mulga Parrot
NameMulga Parrot
Common NameMulga Parrot
Scientific NamePsephotellus varius
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)31.5
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly green with a bright yellow forehead, a red patch on the lower belly, a yellow shoulder patch, and a blue rump. Females are duller, with a reddish-brown forehead and a smaller red belly patch, and a duller green body.
Vocalization / CallA soft, musical whistling call, often described as a 'chatter' or 'whistle-whistle-whistle'.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across inland Australia, from central Western Australia, through South Australia, to western New South Wales and southern Queensland.
Identifying FeaturesBright green body plumage (males), Yellow forehead (males), Red belly patch, Yellow shoulder patch, Long, slender tail, Blue rump
Description
The Mulga Parrot is a vibrantly colored, medium-sized parrot native to the arid and semi-arid regions of inland Australia. It is often observed foraging on the ground for seeds and can be found in pairs or small flocks.
