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Aquarium -Barraband parakeet

I didn't notice this before, but the parakeets in this photo are Regent Parakeet (Polytelis anthopeplus), which is a close relative of the Superb (Barraband) Parakeet (Polytelis swainsonii). I'm guessing that both species are in their collection; maybe in adjacent exhibits. The Regent Parrot has the red feathers on the wings, while the wings of the Superb/Barraband Parakeet are solid green (or at least the feather that are visible on the folded wing are all green!). Thank you for posting all of the great photos from the Wildlife World Zoo - I really appreciate these!
 
@Summer Tanager fascinating, thank you for the information! They have a TON of birds (and of course other animals), so it's possible they were adjacent or previously occupied the space...or were incorrectly labeled.
 

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