Red-fronted Parakeet vs Alexandrine Parakeet

Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae compared with Palaeornis eupatria

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Red-fronted Parakeet Alexandrine Parakeet
Scientific Name Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae Palaeornis eupatria
Order Psittaciformes Psittaciformes
Family Psittaculidae Psittaculidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Near Threatened
Length — —
Wingspan 25.6 cm (10.1 in) 42.0 cm (16.5 in)
Weight 79.83333333333333 g (2.82 oz) 228.0 g (8.04 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 5-9 3-4
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Red-fronted Parakeet only

Alexandrine Parakeet only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Red-fronted Parakeet

Near Threatened

Alexandrine Parakeet

About These Birds

Alexandrine Parakeet

The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, near-threatened parakeet weighing about 228 g with a wingspan of 42 cm. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is recognised by its large red bill, green plumage, and distinctive red shoulder patch, and is one of the largest ring-necked parakeet relatives.

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