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Perico multicolor

Platycercus eximius

Least Concern

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Uno de los loros más coloridos de Australia, la rosela del este exhibe un plumaje multicolor vivísimo de rojo, blanco, amarillo y verde-azul, y habita en los bosques abiertos y zonas arboladas del sureste de Australia y Tasmania; también ha sido introducida en Nueva Zelanda. Forrajea semillas, bayas y néctar en el suelo o cerca de él, y es una visitante habitual de los jardines suburbanos del sureste de Australia. Es una popular ave de aviario en todo el mundo por su llamativo plumaje y sus cantos relativamente tranquilos y musicales.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Asia (United Arab Emirates), Europe (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Psittaciformes (Parrots)

Family

Psittacidae (True Parrots)

Genus

Platycercus

Species

Platycercus eximius (Perico multicolor)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ナナクサインコ

Chinese 東方玫瑰鸚鵡

Spanish Perico multicolor

French Perruche omnicolore

German Rosella

Portuguese rosela-multicolorida

Russian Обыкновенная розелла

Similar Species in Platycercus

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Perico carigualdo

Platycercus icterotis

Least Concern

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Perico de Tasmania

Platycercus caledonicus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Perico multicolor?

The scientific name of Perico multicolor is Platycercus eximius. It belongs to the genus Platycercus.

What is the conservation status of Perico multicolor?

Perico multicolor (Platycercus eximius) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Perico multicolor live?

Perico multicolor is found in Widely distributed across Asia (United Arab Emirates), Europe (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.

What family does Perico multicolor belong to?

Perico multicolor (Platycercus eximius) belongs to the genus Platycercus, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.

Is Perico multicolor endangered?

No, Perico multicolor (Platycercus eximius) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Perico multicolor belong to?

Perico multicolor (Platycercus eximius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Perico multicolor?

The closest relatives of Perico multicolor in the genus Platycercus include Perico carigualdo, Perico de Tasmania, Perico elegante, Perico gracioso, Perico pálido.