About the Western Rosella
The western rosella, or moyadong, is a species of parrot endemic to southwestern Australia. The head and underparts are bright red, and the back is mottled black; a yellow patch at the cheek distinguishes it from others of the genus Platycercus. Adults of the species exhibit sexual dimorphism with the females duller overall; juveniles lack the striking colours of mature birds and the characteristic patterning is not as easily distinguished. Their communication call is a softly delivered pink-pink sound, and much of their behaviour is comparatively unobtrusive. Their habitat is in eucalypt forests and woodlands, where they often remain unobserved until they appear to feed on seeds at nearby cleared areas.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Platycercus icterotis |
| Species Codes | wesros1, WERO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Rosella belong to?
The Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Western Rosella?
The western rosella, or moyadong, is a species of parrot endemic to southwestern Australia. The head and underparts are bright red, and the back is mottled black; a yellow patch at the cheek distinguishes it from others of the genus Platycercus. Adults of the species exhibit sexual dimorphism with t...
Where can I report a Western Rosella sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Rosella on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesros1, or on iNaturalist.