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Parakeet Species

New Zealand contains 3 of Parakeet species. These include Orange-fronted Parakeet, Red-crowned Parakeet, and Yellow-crowned Parakeet.

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Orange-fronted Parakeet

Cyanoramphus malherbi

The orange-fronted parakeet, or kākāriki karaka, is a small, vibrant native parrot found only in New Zealand. About the ...

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Red-crowned Parakeet

Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae

The Red-crowned parakeet, or Kākāriki, is a charming native New Zealand parrot. About the size of a budgie, this vibrant...

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Yellow-crowned Parakeet

Cyanoramphus auriceps

The yellow-crowned parakeet, or Kākāriki, is a charming native New Zealand bird. About the size of a budgie, this vibran...