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Western Rosella  (Platycercus icterotis)

Also Known As: Stanley Rosella or Parakeet, Yellow-cheeked Rosella or Parakeet, Earl of Derby's Parakeet, Red-backed Rosella or Red-backed Stanley Rosella (P. i. xanthogenys)
 
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Western Rosella

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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Has melodious voice. Hardy, not shy, can be kept with other birds.

Captive Status:
Common

Longevity:
25-40yrs

Housing:
Walk-in enclosure, minimum length 3m (9.8 ft).

Enrichment:
Hearty chewer; provide unsprayed, flowering fruit tree branches, willow, fir, elder and pine branches. Also provide water bowls for bathing, and space to fly for exercise.

Nest Box Size:
Nest log or vertical box 9" x 9" x 24" (22.8cm x 2.8cm x 61cm).

Clutch Size:
5-8

Incubation Time:
19 days

Fledging Age:
5 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.birds.org.au/

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E130.htm&Pic=130_1.JPG

http://birdcare.com.au/western_rosella.htm