Superb Parrot

Polytelis swainsonii

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RarityUncommon

Height40 cm

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"The Superb Parrot’s scientific name, *Polytelis swainsonii*, honors the English naturalist William Swainson."

Field Guide

Superb Parrot

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The Superb Parrot (*Polytelis swainsonii*) is a large, elegant, grass-green parrot with a long, pointed tail, found primarily in inland New South Wales and northern Victoria. Known for its swift, graceful flight and striking colouration, this species is endemic to southeastern Australia and is listed as Vulnerable due to habitat loss and other threats.