Northern Rosella
NameNorthern Rosella
Common NameNorthern Rosella
Scientific NamePlatycercus venustus
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)37.5
Length (cm)28
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsFeatures a black cap, prominent white cheek patches, and a scaly appearance on the back, breast, and belly with pale yellow or cream feathers edged in black. The wings are bright blue, and the undertail coverts are red, contrasting with a blue-grey tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include metallic 'chink-chink' or 'clink-clink' calls, often given in flight, and a chattering alarm call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across northern Australia, from the Kimberley region of Western Australia, through the Top End of the Northern Territory, to the Gulf of Carpentaria in Queensland.
Identifying FeaturesBlack cap, White cheek patches, Scaly pale yellow/cream body plumage, Bright blue wings, Red undertail coverts
Description
The Northern Rosella is a medium-sized parrot known for its striking black head and white cheeks. It typically inhabits open woodlands and savannas, feeding on a variety of plant matter and insects.
