Large gray parrot with pink underparts and a light cap.
Not listed
Endemic to Australia
Indigenous: Wilikwilik, Gilaa, Wirlihwirlih, Alinggalignyin, Wili'wili', Nggilinggilinga, A-Guligulih, Giligilih
At a glance
FamilyCockatoos
SizeMedium
RarityCommon
HabitatOccurs in a wide range of habitats, including urban areas, parks, and gardens.
Best timeReported across most months in Victoria, with no narrow seasonal peak.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by Marc Anderson
Range map
Range map
200approx hotspots
927753approx records
7states
Low confidenceMediumHigh confidence
Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
It tends to be noisy and active and is usually close to a water source. Occurs in a wide range of habitats, including urban areas, parks, and gardens.
Behavior
Typically feeds on the ground, where it consumes a range of seeds and grasses. Occurs in pairs, small groups, or enormous flocks.
Gallery
Regional timing
Queensland
Victoria
Northern Territory
South Australia
Western Australia
New South Wales
Tasmania
Australian Capital Territory