Swift Parrot vs Alexandrine Parakeet

Lathamus discolor compared with Palaeornis eupatria

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Swift Parrot Alexandrine Parakeet
Scientific Name Lathamus discolor Palaeornis eupatria
Order Psittaciformes Psittaciformes
Family Psittaculidae Psittaculidae
Conservation Status Critically Endangered Near Threatened
Length
Wingspan 24.6 cm (9.7 in) 42.0 cm (16.5 in)
Weight 60.5 g (2.13 oz) 228.0 g (8.04 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 3-5 3-4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Swift Parrot only

Alexandrine Parakeet only

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Swift Parrot

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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