Of the Latin genus Calyptorhynchus which in Greek means hidden beak, with the beak often well tucked into surrounding feathers. There are five subspecies occurring in eight discrete populations. The South-eastern sub-species occurring on the SA/VIC border area is the focus of a Birdlife Australia conservation recovery programme involving private landowners with habitat restoration and artificial nest boxes. Favoured seeds are those of eucalypts, casuarinas, acacias and banksias.
Quick Facts
Diet
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Colour
Vary from beige , tan, cream to black
Weight
10-15kgs
Lifespan
7-10 in the wild but up to 16 in captivity
Predators
Humans, crocodiles, birds of prey take pups.
Conservation Status
Endangered
Distribution
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Habitat
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