Just outside the building I work in is a tree with seeds that King Parrots obviously consider gourmet food.
The male parrot is flashy with his red head and belly.
This is either a female or a juvenile. Both images are cropped from larger ones, hence being a little grainy.
If I’m not mistaken, it’s a Chinese Pistachio which are pretty commonly planted around here.
Comment by Jenny — March 14, 2007 @ 2:38 pm
There’s a substantial colony of King Parrots in Tenterfield. They are without question the most beautiful birds. Sadly, they a) enjoy the nectar in my almond blossom, and b) nibble a small amount of each nut – before they are ripe enough for me to pick!
Comment by Mary Warwick — December 15, 2007 @ 8:49 am
The Colors of the parrots remind me of those I use in my paintings .
I hope these colorful animals will never become extinct .
Comment by Adib Fattal — February 18, 2008 @ 8:00 am