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Closeup of Grey Falcon and Mallee Ringneck Parrot skull

Description

This Mallee Ringneck Parrot clamped its beak firmly around the Grey Falcon's digit with such a firm grip that even in death it would not let go.

Photographer:
Jaynia Sladek
Rights:
© Australian Museum
Common name:
Mallee Ringneck Parrot / Grey Falcon
Scientific name:
Barnardius zonarius barnardi / Falco hypoleucos
Family:
Psittacidae / Falconidae
Order:
Psittaciformes / Falconiformes
Location:
Ornithology collection

Last Updated: 24 September 2009

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