Australian King-parrot vs Malherbe's Parakeet
Alisterus scapularis compared with Cyanoramphus malherbi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australian King-parrot | Malherbe's Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alisterus scapularis | Cyanoramphus malherbi |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) | 19.8 cm (7.8 in) |
| Weight | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) | 46.0 g (1.62 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australian King-parrot
Critically Endangered
Malherbe's Parakeet
About These Birds
Australian King-parrot
The Australian King-parrot is a large, striking parrot found in humid forests and forest edges of eastern Australia. Weighing about 237.8g with a wingspan of 42cm, the male has a brilliant scarlet head and underparts contrasting with dark green upperparts. It feeds on seeds, fruit, and blossoms in the forest canopy.