Crimson Rosella
Platycercus elegans
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Least Concern
Wingspan
34.2 cm
Weight
128.66666666666666 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.2 cm | 13.5 in |
| Weight | 128.66666666666666 g | 4.54 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 19 days. Fledging: 35 days.
Clutch Size
4-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Platycercus |
| Species | Platycercus elegans |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Perruche de Pennant |
| German | Pennantsittich |
| Japanese | アカクサインコ |
| Portuguese | rosela-elegante |
| Russian | Красная розелла |
| Turkish | Koyu kırmızı yassıkuyruk |
Distribution
Crimson Rosella has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crimson Rosella endangered?
The Crimson Rosella has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Crimson Rosella nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 19 days. Fledging: 35 days.
How big is the Crimson Rosella?
The Crimson Rosella has a wingspan of 34.2 cm, weight of 128.66666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Crimson Rosella belong to?
The Crimson Rosella (Platycercus elegans) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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