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Paradise Parrot  (Psephotus pulcherrimus)

Also Known As: Beautiful Parrot, Red-shouldered Parrot or Parakeet, Scarlet-shouldered Parrot, Soldier Parrot, Ground Parrot, Ground Rosella, Grass Parrot, Anthill Parrot, Elegant Parrot
 
Paradise Parrot

Paradise Parrot - mounted museum specimen

Credit: South Pacific Taxidermy
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Was shy; produced a soft, melodic sound. Imported birds died rather quickly. Could not be housed with other birds due to aggressiveness.

Captive Status:
Not found in captivity.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Not available

Enrichment:
Not available

Nest Box Size:
Not available

Clutch Size:
Not available

Incubation Time:
Not available

Fledging Age:
Not available

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://home.conceptsfa.nl/~pmaas/rea/paradiseparrot.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paradise_Parrot