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Psephotus haematonotus
Medium parrot from Australia. Males feature vivid green plumage with red rump. Gentle and easy to keep. Suitable for beginners with adequate space.
The red-rumped parrot (Psephotus haematonotus) is a medium-sized parrot native to open grassland, woodland and farmland of south-eastern Australia. Males are bright green with a red rump; females are duller grey-green. Gentle and easy to keep, it is a quiet ground-feeder well suited to aviaries, with many colour mutations.
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Origin
south-eastern Australia
Lifespan
15-25 years
Size
26-28cm
Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Seeds, pellets, greens, fruits
Flight cage or aviary ideal. Strong fliers
Easy to breed. Provide nest box for breeding pair
アカガシラインコ(Psephotus haematonotus)の代表的な色変異。シナモン・イノ・オパーリンは伴性遺伝で本スキーマ上 recessive と表記。
Sources: GenCalc (Red-rumped Parrot)
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
Calls / Song
さえずり · © James Lambert · xeno-canto XC939405 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © Nick Talbot · xeno-canto XC913476 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Psephotus haematonotus (Gould, 1838)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Psephotus haematonotus。Psittaciformes(オウム目)は CITES 附属書II に一括掲載(附属書I 該当種・及び注記除外4種を除く)。本種はその附属書II適用。
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024) / CITES Psittaciformes spp. 附属書II注記(Appendix-II annotation) / CITES species page
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Gentle with moderate noise. Unlikely to disturb neighbors
Forages on ground. Keep floor clean
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Red-rumped Parrot is 15〜30℃. Recommended humidity is 40〜60%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Red-rumped Parrot is 15-25 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Red-rumped Parrot typically reaches 26-28cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Red-rumped Parrot feeds on: Seeds, pellets, greens, fruits. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Red-rumped Parrot varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026