Australian Ringneck (Barnardius zonarius, hybrid of the Port Lincoln Parrot and Mallee Ringneck), feeding on Acacia notabilis seeds in October.
Australian Ringneck Parrots feeding
Australian Ringneck Hybrid
This Australian Ringneck (Barnardius zonarius) seen in the Flinders Ranges is a hybrid of the Port Lincoln Parrot and Mallee Ringneck. It has the yellow belly and dark head feathers of the Port Lincoln Parrot, and the rich blue-turquoise back and broad red frontal band of the Mallee Ringneck.
Elegant Parrot
Australian Ringneck: male display
These Australian Ringnecks (Barnardius zonarius) seen at Aroona Sanctuary are a hybrid of the Port Lincoln Parrot and Mallee Ringneck. Male displays include wagging and fanning of the tail and drooping of the wings to display vivid blue feathers.
