Eastern Rosella Care & Info | Platycercus eximius
Parrots in general are known for being extremely colorful birds, but this one takes the cake! The eastern rosella (Platycercus eximius) from Australia is not a large bird, but it …
Oceanian parrots
Encompassing Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea, and many other islands in the Pacific, the geographical region of Oceania is home to many different parrot species. The two most popular pet parrots, budgies and cockatiels, both hail from here, but they’re far from the only ones.
Below, find Psittacology’s profiles for parrot species that hail from Oceania. Which one is your favorite?
6 Types of Rosellas (With Chart!) | Colorful Australian Parrots
Thinking of getting a rosella? Excellent choice! These colorful Australian parrots aren’t as popular as some of their compatriots (like budgies or cockatiels), but they can make wonderful pets for …
Black Lory Parrot Profile | Care, Diet, Personality & More
The black lory, native to Indonesia, is one of the most striking parrots out there. Although it’s many a parrot lover’s dream species to own, as of right now, it’s …
Green Rosella Parrot Profile | A Tasmanian Treasure
Most parrot enthusiasts are familiar with the eastern rosella and crimson rosella from Australia, but have you also heard of the green rosella (Platycercus caledonicus)? This Tasmanian native is beautifully …
Black-Capped Lory Care & Info | Lorius lory
Thinking about adding a black-capped lory (Lorius lory) to your family? Good choice! These colorful New Guinean natives can make fantastic pets. They do need some special care, however, and …
Kakariki Care, Diet, Housing & More | A Cheerful Pet Parakeet
Thinking of adding a kakariki parakeet to your feathered family? Good choice! These delightful New Zealand natives can make fantastic, loving pets. But what does a kakariki need to thrive? …
English Budgie | Origins, Differences & More
Ever been at the pet store, looking at their budgies, and confused to see two different-looking types of these parakeets with a significant price difference? You wouldn’t be the first! …
Budgie Care | Housing, Diet, Temperament & More
Thinking of adding a budgie to your family? Good choice! There’s a reason these little parakeets are the most popular pet parrots out there. Sadly, their popularity has also made …