Mark is correct. The species: Rose-ringed Parrot (Indian Ringneck) is probably
the most common escape parrot species (followed by lovebirds). This one is a
bit odd though, they are normally mostly monotone, that is pretty much all
yellow, or all blue or all white. These are surely single gene variations.
Usually with the black band at the front of the neck. This one is mostly white,
with yellow face and green & blue wings. New combinations are probably
developed all the time.
As for being out of area, we get them in Canberra too and they have wild
populations in England and many other places.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoMidnDz0co
https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/pest-animals/exotic-pest-animal-species/birds/indian-ringneck-parrot
Philip
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From: Canberrabirds
On Behalf Of Mark Clayton via Canberrabirds
Sent: Tuesday, 12 August, 2025 1:32 PM
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Subject: Re: [Canberrabirds] Out of area - ID Please?
Looks like one of the colour mutations of the Rose-ringed Parrot (Indian
Ringneck) and obviously non native. Is that an aviary behind the bird?
Mark
On 12/08/2025 1:18 pm, Rod Mackay via Canberrabirds wrote:
>
> While visiting the Pioneer Park Museum in Dalby yesterday I got to discussing
> the local birds with the owner. She asked me if I could identify the bird in
> the attached photo (I hope the photo’s not too big) which has visited the
> park’s bird feeder in recent times. Whilst I was unable to provide an answer
> I assured her I was in contact with some experts who could …
> I believe it’s leucistic, probably a parakeet of some kind, an escapee from
> someone’s aviary. Anyone able to help please?
> Cheers
> Rod
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