Antipodes Parakeet vs Elegant Parrot
Cyanoramphus unicolor compared with Neophema elegans
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Antipodes Parakeet | Elegant Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanoramphus unicolor | Neophema elegans |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.4 cm (11.2 in) | 21.7 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | 148.0 g (5.22 oz) | 45.5 g (1.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-5 | 4-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Antipodes Parakeet
Least Concern
Elegant Parrot
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.