One of the reasons I went to North West Victoria a few weeks ago was to look for Mulga Parrots (Psephotellus varius).
When you get to the pictures, you will probably see why I wanted to see them. The Mulga Parrot is found over much of south and central Australia, but never seems to make it to the east coast. As a result it was not a bird I had seen before.
There is a marked difference between the males and females of this species, with the male being more brightly coloured. The scientific name refers to the fact that the bird possess a varied mosaic of colours. In fact one name used for this species in the past was the Various Parrot - which must be one of least helpful names I have come across!
These medium sized birds were photographed from hide at an established watering point. It was one of those days when you needed less than the maximum zoom on the lens. Fabulous.
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We are still in lock-down here even if infection numbers are low, but with luck restrictions will be lifted on Thursday. SM
Striking colors and wonderful detail. A bird worth traveling to see.
ReplyDeleteWOW! What a beautiful Parrot Stewart. You must have been trilled to see it. Thanks for hosting, stay safe and have a great week ahead.
ReplyDeleteWonderful a - mulga - mation of images! (Groan.....). Would that I had been with you!
ReplyDeleteStunning. So nice to see the pair side by side.
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteOh look, a rainbow fell from the sky... YAM xx
What an amazing bird!
ReplyDeleteAwesome colors!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you found them, they are beautiful. Sorry I have just had no time for blogging though I have a quite a few photos that I need to download, will get there eventually! Take care Diane
ReplyDeleteYou always get the most colorful birds, Stewart!! I remember when I saw parakeets in Aruba as I walked to the Butterfly Farm from the beach. I couldn't believe my eyes!!...jp
ReplyDeleteMy favourite colour on a bird. Just about the best thing there is…
ReplyDeleteWonderfully colorful! I'm glad you are getting out of lockdown.
ReplyDeleteA life bird, there is no better feeling especially when you have travelled in anticipation. Always good to get close to a Parrot.
ReplyDeleteBest image??? Probably the one sat on the sand..... love it
Hmm, an Australian bird you had not seen before, Stewart. That is amazing and that light teal blue is absolutely gorgeous. What a sight for the eyes!
ReplyDeleteHi Stewart, beautiful photos of the mulga parrots. You are lucky you have found them. I like the colours. Greetings Caroline
ReplyDeleteI just found this in Spam so I'm a bit late in commenting..Sorry..such a colorful bird and beautiful pictures..I love the pair sitting on the branch..Hope all is well..
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