Though they nest in trees, Bourke’s parakeets are often called “grass parrots” because they spend much of their time on the ground. Escaping the heat of the day, Bourke’s parakeets forage for seeds at dawn and dusk. Usually in pairs or small groups, hundreds of parakeets converge at waterholes during the dry season.
Bourke’s Parakeet
Neopsephotus bourkii
Fact File
Where to see them: Wings of the World
Length: 7.5 in
Weight: 1.2 oz
Lifespan: Up to 10 yrs
Habitat: Scrubland
Diet: Seeds
