Swift Parrot (Lathamus discolor)

The Swift Parrot (Lathamus discolor) breeds in Tasmania and migrates north to south eastern Australia from Griffith-Warialda in New South Wales and west to Adelaide in the winter. It is related to the rosellas, with the feeding habits of a lorikeet. It is the only member in the genus Lathamus. The Swift Parrot is endangered with only about 1000 pairs remaining in the wild, and its population is declining. They do live up to their name and were too swift for me to get a good shot on Bruny Island so I have to use the Wikipedia photo.

Here are my feeble attempts.

Swift Parrots have a large range during the non-breeding season as they migrate to the south and east coast of mainland Australia. Many lucky Tasmanians have Swift Parrots coming into their backyards. It is much easier to see them on Bruny Island in Tasmania where they breed and are easier to find. Captain Cook Caravan Park in Adventure Bay has Swifties coming into the trees on their grounds. Look for them on flowering gum trees.