The red-capped parrot (Purpureicephalus spurius) is a species of broad-tailed parrot native to southwestern Australia. It was described by Heinrich Kuhl in 1820, with no subspecies …

Medium-sized, vividly colored parrot of eucalypt woodlands in southwestern Australia, where it uses the long bill to feed on eucalypt seeds, especially of Marri trees. Upperparts dark green, …

Jan 11, 2019 · One of the earliest members of the Australian grass parakeets to become a widespread pet bird in aviculture, the Red Capped Parrot is a breed with a rich history and …

May 4, 2020 · EASILY IDENTIFIED by its crimson crown, neon green and yellow cheeks, and slender, elongated bill, the red-capped parrot (Purpureicephalus spurius) also sports a striking …

Red-caps are endemic to the south west of Western Australia (found only there), mainly within 100 kms of the coast, from Perth to Esperance. They are found in tall eucalypt forests,typically …

Female-in general duller than male; green line above eye, and variable green feather scattered through red crown; dull grey/mauve foreneck and chest, turning to purple/blue towards …

Mar 4, 2020 · Red-capped Parrot (Purpureicephalus spurius), version 1.0. In Birds of the World (J. del Hoyo, A. Elliott, J. Sargatal, D. A. Christie, and E. de Juana, Editors). Cornell Lab of …

Medium sized strikingly coloured parrot. The male of this species has a dark red crown, nape and forehead with bright yellow cheeks, rump and upper tail coverts. Back and wings are bright …

Not easily confused with other parrot species, it has a bright crimson crown, green-yellow cheeks, and a distinctive long bill. The wings, back, and long tail are dark green, and the underparts …

Red-capped Parrot bird information Values; Conservation status: LC - Least concern: Synonyms: Western Grey Parrot, Pileated Parakeet, King Parrot, Red capped Parrot, Western Gray …