Ground Parrot

Pezoporus wallicus

Conservation Status

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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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