Australian King-parrot vs Alexandrine Parakeet
Alisterus scapularis compared with Palaeornis eupatria
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australian King-parrot | Alexandrine Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alisterus scapularis | Palaeornis eupatria |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Australian King-parrot only
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australian King-parrot
Near Threatened
Alexandrine 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.
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.