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Western RosellaAlternative name: "Yellow-cheeked Parrot", "Yellow-cheeked Parakeet", "Stanley Rosella", "Earl of Derby's Parakeet" Size: 25-28 cm Weight: 28-80 g (63 g average) |
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Taxonomy, classification |
See Western Rosella
at Wikipedia 
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Range, habitat |
(for details refer to a field guide) |
Western Rosellas are endemic to Australia. They are only found in the south-western tip of WA. Their breeding range is right on that tip. Outside their breeding season they disperse somewhat further into the inland. Two races are distinguished, "icterotis" (coastal) and "xanthogenys" (inland).
Western Rosellas are usually found in open forest, often with grassy undergrowth. They adapt well to the presence of humans and are also found on farms or in urban parks and gardens.
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Sightings |
We have not seen a Western Rosella out in the wild yet. The photo below was taken in captivity.
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Photos |
Western Rosella in captivity near Kalbarri, WA
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Behaviour |
| Social behaviour: Territorial | Mobility: Sedentary | Elementary unit: Pair |
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Food |
| Adults: Seeds | Dependents: Regurgitated seeds | Water intake: Daily |
Like many parrots, Western Rosellas are seed-eaters; primarily they feed on grass seeds.
