Alisterus scapularis

1 Australian King-Parrot at Forde, ACT

Alisterus scapularis at Forde, ACT - 8 Dec 2018
Alisterus scapularis at Forde, ACT - 8 Dec 2018
Alisterus scapularis at Forde, ACT - 8 Dec 2018
Alisterus scapularis at Forde, ACT - 8 Dec 2018
Alisterus scapularis at Forde, ACT - 8 Dec 2018
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Alisterus scapularis 18 Dec 2018 natureguy
Alisterus scapularis 18 Dec 2018 BIrdsinCanberra

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We then saw two Australian King-parrots, a male and a female, sitting quietly on a branch. They were not too close together and not making a noise, although they did appear to be looking around. After a moment the female flew to a tree hollow, which we all thought must be their nest. To our surprise, and possibly theirs, a Crimson Rosella emerged from the hollow. We postulated these two King-parrots were actually looking for a hollow, but were beaten to this one by the rosellas.

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