Ground Parrot
Pezoporus wallicus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
26.9 cm
Weight
83.0 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.9 cm | 10.6 in |
| Weight | 83.0 g | 2.93 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 20-28 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Pezoporus |
| Species | Pezoporus wallicus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 地棲鸚鵡 |
| French | Perruche terrestre |
| German | Erdsittich |
| Indonesian | Bayan tanah |
| Japanese | キジインコ |
| Portuguese | arara-de-cabeça-azul |
| Russian | Земляной попугай |
Distribution
Ground Parrot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ground Parrot endangered?
The Ground Parrot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ground Parrot nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 20-28 days.
How big is the Ground Parrot?
The Ground Parrot has a wingspan of 26.9 cm, weight of 83.0 g.
What order and family does the Ground Parrot belong to?
The Ground Parrot (Pezoporus wallicus) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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