About this species
The orange-bellied parrot (Neophema chrysogaster) is a small parrot endemic to southern Australia, and one of only three species of parrot that migrate. It was described by John Latham in 1790. A small parrot around 20 cm (8 in) long, it exhibits sexual dimorphism. The adult male is distinguished by its bright grass-green upper parts, yellow underparts and orange belly patch. The adult female and juvenile are duller green in colour. All birds have a prominent two-toned blue frontal band and blue outer wing feathers. The orange-bellied parrot breeds in Tasmania and winters on the coast of southern mainland Australia, foraging on saltmarsh species, beach or dune plants and a variety of exotic weed species.
Where it occurs
Breeds Melaleuca inlet, southwestern Tasmania; winters to coastal mainland Australia (southeastern South Australia to central Victoria); very rare.
Conservation record
AviList v2025b records this species as critically endangered. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
