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Superb Parrot

Polytelis swainsonii

The Superb Parrot is a colorful bird that loves to fly in the trees. With bright green feathers and a cheerful personality, they are a joy to watch as they play and chatter with each other.

Habitat: Woodlands and open forests

Appearance

The Superb Parrot is a striking, slender green parrot. Males have a brilliant yellow face with a crimson band across the throat, while females are duller green with a bluish-green face and no red band.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPsittaciformesFamilyPsittacidaeGenusPolytelis
Superb Parrot
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Superb Parrot

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

A group of parrots is sometimes called a "pandemonium" because of their noisy chatter!

Superb Parrots fly incredibly fast and low over the trees, almost like green streaks!

These birds love to eat mistletoe berries, helping to spread the plant's seeds around.

They often nest in the very same tree hollows year after year!

Special abilities

Ability

Seed Cracker

Superb Parrot has a powerful hooked beak that helps them crack open tough seeds and nuts with ease.

Ability

Canopy Navigator

Superb Parrot can fly swiftly and expertly through tree canopies because of their streamlined body and strong wings.

Ability

Tree Talker

Superb Parrot has a range of distinctive chirps and whistles that helps them communicate with their flock.

Ability

Hollow Home Seeker

Superb Parrot can find and adapt tree hollows for nesting because of their reliance on existing cavities.

Measurements & details

Length
38-40 cm
Wingspan
42-45 cm
Weight
0.13-0.16 kg
Lifespan
15-25 years
Top Speed
55 km/h
Clutch Size
4-6
Incubation
20-22 days

Diet & Feeding

These parrots love a plant-based diet, munching on tasty seeds, fruits, flowers, and nectar!

Primary Foods

  • Eucalyptus seeds
  • Acacia seeds
  • Mistletoe berries
  • Nectar
  • Grass seeds

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

depends on

River Red Gum

Eucalyptus camaldulensis

Provides nesting hollows and a food source for the parrots.

eats

Stalked Mistletoe

Amyema miquelii

Feeds on its berries, helping to disperse the mistletoe seeds.

eaten by

Brown Goshawk

Accipiter fasciatus

A common predatory bird that may hunt adult parrots.

eats

Golden Wattle

Acacia pycnantha

Feeds on seeds from its pods and flowers.

Traits

Also known as

Swainson's Parrot

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Superb Parrot?

38-40 cm

What is Superb Parrot's wingspan?

42-45 cm

How much does Superb Parrot weigh?

0.13-0.16 kg

How long does Superb Parrot live?

15-25 years

How fast can Superb Parrot move?

55 km/h

What does Superb Parrot eat?

These parrots love a plant-based diet, munching on tasty seeds, fruits, flowers, and nectar!

Where is Superb Parrot usually found?

Woodlands and open forests

How does Superb Parrot hunt?

Foraging

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