Orange-bellied Parrot
NameOrange-bellied Parrot
Common NameOrange-bellied Parrot
Scientific NameNeophema chrysogaster
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsAdults have bright grass-green upperparts, including the head and back. The face and throat are yellow-green, transitioning to bright yellow on the breast and belly, with a prominent orange patch on the lower belly. A dark blue band extends across the forehead to the eyes, and the wings feature bright blue primary coverts. The tail is green with yellow edges.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations are typically soft, buzzing, or tinkling calls, often described as a 'zit-zit' or 'chittering' sound, particularly when in flight. They do not have loud or harsh parrot calls.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, grassland, forest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeBreeds in southwest Tasmania, Australia, and migrates to coastal Victoria and South Australia for the non-breeding season.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Bright green upperparts, Yellow underparts, Distinct orange belly patch, Dark blue frontal band, Blue on wing edges, Soft buzzing call
Description
The Orange-bellied Parrot is a small, critically endangered parrot known for its vibrant green upperparts, yellow underparts, and a distinctive orange patch on its lower belly. This migratory species breeds in Tasmania and overwinters along the coastal regions of mainland Australia.
