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Neophema elegans

Elegant Parrot at Coorong, SA

Neophema elegans at Coorong, SA - 27 Mar 2023
Neophema elegans at Coorong, SA - 27 Mar 2023
Neophema elegans at Coorong, SA - 27 Mar 2023
Neophema elegans at Coorong, SA - 27 Mar 2023
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Identification history

Neophema elegans 24 May 2023 Liam.m
Neophema elegans 6 Apr 2023 SamC
Psephotus haematonotus 6 Apr 2023 CarbonAI
Neophema chrysogaster 6 Apr 2023 Paul4K

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4 comments

natureguy wrote:
   7 Apr 2023
Not too sure, the angle isn't the best here. @Liam.m any ideas?
SamC wrote:
   8 Apr 2023
Based on the region, it is unlikely that the bird in question is an Orange-bellied Parrot. My guess would be either an Elegant or Rock Parrot, although I am not completely certain.
Liam.m wrote:
   24 May 2023
Look good for elegant
natureguy wrote:
   24 May 2023
Yeah I'm happy with Elegant was my initial thoughts too, thanks for double checking

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Species information

  • Neophema elegans Scientific name
  • Elegant Parrot Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Local Native
  • Non-Invasive

Sighting information

  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 27 Mar 2023 09:51 AM Recorded on
  • Paul4K Recorded by

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