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Red rumped rubino3/5/2023 Vigors defined the genus Platycercus in 1825, based on Įarly European settlers encountered the eastern rosella at Rose Hill, New South Wales, now Parramatta, and so they called it the Rosehill parakeet which became "Rosehiller", and eventually "rosella". The relationships with other parrots have been unclear, with the Australian ringneck (genus Barnardius) cited as a closest relative by some, and the genus Psephotus by others the plumage of the western rosella seen as a link to the latter genus. A strict worming and parasite control regime should be utilized as a preventative measure.Ī healthy Red-rumped parrot has a life expectancy of fifteen to twenty years.The genus was described by naturalist Nicholas Aylward Vigors in 1825 the name Platycercus derived from the Greek platykerkos meaning "broad-" or "flat-tailed", from platys "broad, wide, level, flat" and kerkos "tail of a beast". Keeping the aviary substrate dry and clean (free from droppings) is very important. HealthĪs a grass parrot species, the Red-rumped parrot spends a substantial amount of time foraging at ground level. The males have vivid green, yellow and blue plumage, while the females are a drab greenish-grey colour. Young birds will need to be removed from the aviary once they become independent, as the cock bird is quite aggressive and may injure or kill his young. The hen is primarily responsible for incubating the eggs and raising the young, while the male enters the nestbox only to feed the hen. They become fully independent 3-4 weeks later. Eggs are incubated for approximately three and a half weeks and fledge the nest at five weeks of age. Red-rumped parrots can produce up to three clutches per year, each containing between 3-6 young. The breeding season begins in spring and continued through to early summer, however autumn breeding is not unheard of.Ī medium sized nesting box or hollow log will be used. Red-rumped parrots will typically commence breeding during their second year. Red-rumped parrots feeding by Diana Padrón Breeding Red-rumps will be destructive to foliage in a planted aviary. Natural perches and leafy branches (ideally from Eucalyptus trees) can be provided as entertaining for the birds, and to provide natural beak and feet exercise. The substrate of the aviary should be kept clean and dry to reduce the likelihood that the bird contracts a disease or parasite. Red-rumped parrots enjoy foraging on the ground so traditional aviaries are preferred over suspended flights. Double wiring is a necessity if there is an adjoining aviary, as Red-rumps will attack other birds through wire. An aviary of at least two meters (6.5ft) should be used to provide adequate space for flying. Red-rumped parrots can be aggressive and should be housed as one pair per aviary. Mealworms are generally the easiest live food to acquire and will be readily consumed by insect-eating birds. Some birds may consume insects, particularly when there are chicks in the nest. As with all birds Avocado, chocolate, caffeine and alcohol are toxic and should not be fed. Apple, pear, corn, carrot and broccoli are readily consumed. Green leafy vegetables such as kale, bok choy, and endive are especially important. Red-rumped parrots should be provided with a wide variety of fruit and vegetables. Planting some of their dry seed is the easiest way to acquire non-toxic seeding grasses. Unless the aviary is immensely large and grasses can grow faster than the birds can consume them, it will be necessary to grow grasses in pots which can be rotated out to allow the plant to recover. Green seeding grasses are the major food source of wild Red-rumped parrots and should be offered to captive birds. Commercial pellets can be offered as a substitute for dry seed, however Red-rumped parrots have a reputation for being unwilling to consume pelleted food. Seed is most nutritious when it has been soaked or sprouted. The basis of the Red-rumped parrot’s diet is a quality small parrot seed mix. Red rumped parrot by David Brewster Diet & Feeding Many color mutations have been developed including blue, cinnamon, and yellow causing normal colored birds to become increasingly difficult to acquire. They are very common in aviculture throughout the world, but especially Australia where they’re considered to be an affordable bird suitable for beginners. The Red-rumped parrot (known also as the grass parrot) is a small parrot found in the south-east of Australia, especially throughout the Murray-Darling Basin.
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