Golden-shouldered Parrot
- Score
- 1.2158542
- Family
- Psittaculidae
- Tail Shape
- notched
- Wing Shape
- pointed
Why it matters
The Golden-shouldered Parrot, or *Psephotellus chrysopterygius*, is prized for its remarkable habit of nesting exclusively within the towering mounds built by magnetic termites, which provide a stable microclimate for its eggs. Native to the woodlands of Cape York Peninsula, this species is noted by ornithologists for its elegant, pointed wings and distinctively notched tail. Its limited range and specialized habitat requirements make it a significant subject of study for those interested in avian ecology and conservation.
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