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Princess Parrot

Polytelis alexandrae
Bird

Step into the world of our princess parrots and unlock the wonders of these extraordinary creatures

A Princess Parrot perched on a large branch at Hamilton Zoo

The princess parrot is a nomadic species and one of Australia’s least known parakeets. Rarely seen in the wild, their sporadic appearances make it difficult to determine what changes have affected their distribution and habitat. It has been bred in captivity for over 100 years.

Quick facts

Distribution:

Australia

Habitat:

Forests, grasslands, urban areas

Conservation Status:

Near Threatened

Fun fact

Princess parrots are rarely seen by humans as they are highly nomadic. They typically arrive in small groups to breed and then disappear!