
Birds
Regent parrot
Polytelis anthopeplus
Regent parrot
- Description
- They grow to a body length of approximately 40 cm and reach a weight of 180 g. The males are mainly yellow, and have more pronounced red spots on their wings than the females. The females are less pronounced compared to the males, their color is green, and their tail is bluer.
- Habitat
- They are found in southeastern and southwestern Australia.
- Diet
- They feed on seeds, flowers, buds, and fruits.
- Reproduction
- They lay between three and six eggs, which they brood for 21-23 days.
- Lifespan
- Approximately 15-20 years
- Did you know?
- They are considered to be the best and fastest flyers of the Australian parrots.

Homeland & habitat
Where the regent parrot lives
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Southern AustraliaEndemic to Australia, occurring in two separate populations in the southwest and southeast of the continent, inhabiting open eucalypt woodlands and riverine scrub.
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Native range
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9 facts about the regent parrot
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