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Barnardius zonarius
The Australian Ringneck is a large parrot, differing in size and plumage in different regions. There are four subspecies, in two main groups. All are mostly green, with an obvious yellow band on the hind-neck. Members of the Mallee group have a mainly green head and neck.
Ringnecks are generally absent from coastal areas in the eastern states though aviary escapes may be found around Sydney and the Central Coast of New South Wales and the Tablelands.
Saw a couple of these birds today during a walk. Whilst doing some research on these birds I found out they must have been escapees as they are not usually found in the Sydney area.
Thanks for the comments. Beautiful birds, and was amazing to see these for the first time!
Great spotting! Would you mind adding it to my mission flora & fauna of NSW? http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8642...