Rodrigues Parakeet vs Antipodes Parakeet
Alexandrinus exsul compared with Cyanoramphus unicolor
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Rodrigues Parakeet | Antipodes Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alexandrinus exsul | Cyanoramphus unicolor |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 28.4 cm (11.2 in) |
| Weight | — | 148.0 g (5.22 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Rodrigues Parakeet
Vulnerable
Antipodes Parakeet
About These Birds
Antipodes Parakeet
The Antipodes Parakeet is a large, all-green parakeet endemic to New Zealand's Antipodes Islands, weighing about 148 grams with a wingspan near 28 cm. It is one of the southernmost parakeets in the world, surviving in a harsh subantarctic environment. This vulnerable species is known for its omnivorous diet, including burrowing petrel chicks.