Ground Parrot

Ground Parrot

Pezoporus wallicus

Least Concern

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The ground parrot is a parrot endemic to Australia. It is one of only four ground-dwelling parrots in the world, the others being the closely related night parrot, the Antipodes parakeet, and the flightless kākāpō from New Zealand.

Fun Fact

The ground parrot is a medium-sized parrot, growing up to 30 cm long and weighing approximately 80 grams.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in fragmented populations in coastal areas of south-eastern Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance