StatusEndemic
RarityCommon
Height31 cm
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"Greater Bluebonnets can survive long periods without drinking, obtaining moisture from seeds and vegetation."
Field Guide
Greater Bluebonnet
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The Greater Bluebonnet *(Northiella haematogaster)*, also known as the Eastern Bluebonnet, is a medium-sized parrot native to inland Australia. Well adapted to semi-arid and dry regions, these parrots are known for their vibrant colours across woodland and shrublands in southeastern and central-southern Australia.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Greater Bluebonnet has been recorded.
- Eromanga Natural History MuseumKey spot🔥 ActiveQueensland · 1 species · seen 5 days ago
- Gilgandra Flora ReserveKey spot🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 1 species · seen 10 days ago
- Keith Stephenson ParkKey spot🔥 ActiveSouth Australia · 1 species · 2 sightings · seen 7 days ago
- Australian Inland Botanic GardensKey spotNew South Wales
- Bimbi State ForestKey spotNew South Wales
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