#Platycercus icterotis

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Matt Laughton

Western Rosella

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. Their communication call is a softly delivered pink-pink sound, and much of their behaviour is comparatively unobtrusive. Their habitat is in eucalypt forests and woodlands, where they often remain unobserved until they appear to feed on seeds at nearby cleared areas.

- Wikipedia

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Western Rosella

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Platycercus icterotis by birdingbilly

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) in Australia 📷 Nathan Watson Photography

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) in Australia by Nathan Watson Photography.

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) - photo by Kylie Mulquin

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Platycercus Icterotis by John Gould

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) in Australia

Nathan Watson Photography

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The Western Rosella & The Twenty Eight.

The Western Rosella & The Twenty Eight.

While out today I managed to spot these two gorgeous native Western Australian Birds. Lucky I had my camera with me.

The Western Rosella (Platycercus Icterotis)

The Western Rosella is the smallest rosella and is usually seen in pairs or small parties. However, it is quiet and easily overlooked. The head neck and under body of males are mostly red, while those of females and juveniles are mottled…

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February 4, 2015 - Western Rosella, Stanley Rosella, Earl of Derby's Parakeet, or Yellow-cheeked Parakeet (Platycercus icterotis)

Requested by: Esther H.

Western Rosellas, found in southwest Australia, are the smallest species of rosella. Their diet is largely based on grass and flower seeds, but can also include fruit and insect larvae. These birds nest in hollow tree trunks, favoring those with wood dust settled at the bottom. The female sits on her eggs for most of the day, but leaves them during the morning and afternoon to eat the food her mate brings her. Western Rosellas are the only rosella species with yellow cheeks. They have been considered a crop pest in orchards, but are now legally protected.

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) in Australia by Nathan Watson Photography

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) in Australia by Nathan Watson Photography

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Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) - photo by Karl Seddon