Mulga Parrot

The Mulga Parrot , also known as the Many-coloured Parrot, is endemic in arid scrublands and lightly timbered grasslands in the interior of southern Australia.

The Mulga Parrot is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Mulga Parrot was given its current scientific name of Psephotus varius by American zoologist Austin Hobart Clark in 1910, after its name Psephotus multicolor was ruled invalid as the original combination (Psittacus multicolor) had been used for another species. It is one of five species in the Psephotus. Common names include the Mulga Parrot, Many-coloured Parrot, and Varied Parrot. Description - Male on the left and female on the right. More

A fact from Mulga Parrot appeared on Wikipedia's Main Page in the Did you know? column on 7 May 2010 (check views). The text of the entry was as follows: "Did you know * ... that Many-coloured, Splendid (pictured) and Elegant Parrots inhabit Australia's southern hinterlands?" Wikipedia Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia. More

Mulga Parrot is perhaps best known for its stunning wing colors. These shy, but beautiful birds are growing in popularity among hobbyists. The Mulga Parrot is a medium sized parrot that is relatively quiet when compared with other similar sized parrots. They are well known for the soft calls. Their call consists of a soft whistle that is repeated rapidly three to four times in a ... More

The Mulga Parrot feeds on small seeds and grasses and breeds through from autumn to early summer. It lays around five eggs which take 19 days to hatch and the young leave the nest in four weeks. More

The Mulga Parrot (Psephotus varius) is usually seen flying swiftly close to the ground with a slightly undulating flight. They fan out their tails when they land. The males are more brightly coloured (bright green with patches of red and yellow) than the females (olive-green with duller patches). Mulga Parrots are a lot quieter than many other species of parrot, and they do not form large flocks, but travel in pairs or small family groups. More

Mulga Parrots forage for their food on the ground, eating mainly seeds. When disturbed at feeding or drinking, they take refuge in the upper branches of the nearby trees until the danger has passed. At other times flight is close to the ground and swift with an undulating motion. They are quiet, unobtrusive birds that blend well with the silvery-green foliage found in their arid woodland habitat. Distribution of the Mulga Parrot in Australia. More

Mulga ParrotThe Mulga Parrot (Psephotus varius) is also known as the Many-colored Parrot. This parrot is endemic to arid scrublands and lightly timbered grasslands in the interior of southern Australia. Description: These parrots average 27 cm or 10.8 inches in length (from beak to tip of tail).. Male: The male is multi-colored from which the common name "Many-colored Parrot" is derived. The plumage is mainly green. More

Mulga parrots are members of the PSEPHOTUS genus along with Red rumped parrot, Hooded parrot, Golden shouldered parrot and the extinct Paradise parrot. Aviary Notes: Level Of Knowledge Required: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Specialist Breeders Only. Government Regulations & By-Laws: Refer to " Government Laws " web page. More

A male Mulga Parrot (Psephotus varius), photographed at Cocoparra National Park in NSW. EXIF: Canon EOS 50D : 1/320 sec : f/5.6 : 400 mm : ISO 100 Categories: Photoblogs.org - The Photoblogging Resource View My Profile coolphotoblogs.com Birding Top 500 Counter VFXY Photos Vazaar photo blogs, top photoblogs 3758561 visitors | 1000 photos | RSS 2. More

The male Mulga Parrot is multicoulored from which the common name Many-coloured Parrot of this species is derived. The female is duller and has a red plumage by its shoulder. More

Mulga Parrot, on the track from Cobar to Louth NSW, Australia Image by Pbadams - Some rights reserved. MULGA PARROT FACTS - distribution map showing range of Psephotus varius in Australia Description Male Mulga Parrots are brilliant green with paler green coloring on their lower breast. The underside is yellow with orange-red markings on belly and thighs. The males have a red patch on neck and yellow forehead. More

The Mulga Parrot is also known as the "Many-coloured" Parrot. Species Profile Genus: Psephotus Species: varius Size: Adult Weight: 28cm (11 in) 50-70g (1.75-2. More

The Mulga Parrot is also known as the "Many-coloured" Parrot. Status in the Wild World Population: Above 100,000 Range: Interior of S Australia. Habitat: Found in dry open woodlands and plains with different vegetation types including mallee, mulga, casuarina, saltbush and sea samphire. Also may be seen in mallee scrub and nearby croplands and in dry parts of riverine woodland. More

Mulga Parrots mostly occur in pairs or small family groups. They seldom flock. Numbers in a given area can fluctuate depending on seasonal conditions. Adult Female They generally feed on the ground or in the foliage of Saltbush or the Mallee Eucalypts. Adult Male The brilliant rich blue of the under-wing coverts when in flight is stunning to see. More