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Western Rosella

Platycercus icterotis

Classification

Class
Aves

The western rosella (Platycercus icterotis), or moyadong, is a species of parrot endemic to southwestern Australia. The head and underparts are bright red, and the back is mottled black; a yellow patch at the cheek distinguishes it from others of the genus Platycercus. Adults of the species exhibit sexual dimorphism with the females duller overall; juveniles lack the striking colours of mature birds and the characteristic patterning is not as easily distinguished.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Netherlands · 2Belgium · 1