The Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) less commonly known as the Stanley Rosella, Earl of Derby’s parakeet or Yellow-cheeked parakeet, is the smallest species of rosella and is found in the South West of Australia in Eucalypt forests and timbered areas. I took the first 2 photos at Dryandra Woodland and the last one at Stirling Range Retreat.
And here’s a close up from Wikipedia as my shots don’t do this beautiful bird justice!
Although Western Rosellas can theoretically be found anywhere in South Western Australia, they are sadly becoming harder to find. I was really happy to have 2 sightings during my trip in Feb 2014 – Dryandra Woodland & Stirling Range Retreat.
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Everyone loves a picnic!
This is on my other post but it’s worth watching again, especially if you really care about these beautiful birds.