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Long-billed CorellaAlternative names: "Corella", "Long-billed Cockatoo" Size: 38-41 cm Weight: 570 g (average) |
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Taxonomy, classification |
See Long-billed Corella
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Range, habitat |
(for details refer to a field guide) |
Long-billed Corellas are endemic to Australia. Long-billed Corellas naturally occur along the south coast of Australia, around the VIC/SA border and in parts of the Murray River catchment. They are also found in the eastern half of Tasmania. There are additional, introduced populations along the NSW central coast and around Brisbane, QLD.
Long-billed Corellas are often found in woodland, especially with red gums, and also near human habitation, e.g. on farms.
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Sightings |
A Long-billed Corella was first spotted by us in Tuggerah Nature Reserve near Wyong, NSW central coast, in June 2011. At this location they are introduced. A. Morris's help with these observations is greatly appreciated.
C. Hayne reports spotting a Long-billed Corella at Point Wolstoncroft, NSW, in April 2009.
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Photos |
Near-frontal view of a Long-billed Corella high up in a eucalypt
Lateral view of a Long-billed Corella (photo courtesy of C. Hayne)
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Behaviour |
| Social behaviour: Communal | Mobility: Dispersive | Elementary unit: Flock |
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Food |
| Adults: Seeds | Dependents: Regurgitated seeds | Water intake: Daily |
Like basically all cockatoos, Long-billed Corellas are seed-eaters, where seeds include those in cones and nut-like fruit.
