
Ground Parrot (Pezoporus wallicus)
The Ground Parrot (Pezoporus wallicus) is one of Australia’s most secretive and specialized bird species. Unlike its tree-dwelling relatives, this parrot is adapted to life on the ground, living in dense coastal heathlands and sedgelands. Its elusive behavior, cryptic coloration, and dependence on fire-managed habitats make it one of the least frequently seen parrots in…