This is vital for this species, which migrates to the coast of Queensland, Australia during the winter. During their short migration, the juveniles have to learn the various migration routes from experienced parrots who have made the flight before.<\/p>\n
The release was carried out by the Orange-bellied Parrot Tasmanian Program, managed by the state\u2019s Natural Resources and Environment Department, whose secretary, Madeleine Ogilvie, was ecstatic over the success of the program.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur wildlife experts predict that over 200 orange-bellied parrots will migrate north this breeding season, which would set yet another record,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat\u2019s a remarkable turnaround compared to the 2015-16 breeding season, when only 15 nestlings were produced, and an estimated 35 birds migrated north.\u201d<\/p>\n
Last year, 92 parrots returned from their winter migration, which combined with 15 parrots released last spring, led to 105 nestlings being recorded, the most since the program began in 1994.<\/p>\n
It demonstrates the birds\u2019 ability to survive and reproduce self-sustainably. Many of Tasmania\u2019s birds are threatened with extinction, and they above all other animal families are on the steepest declines in the island state.<\/p>\n
But the Department\u2019s success with the orange-bellied parrots shows that if there is a will there\u2019s a way.<\/p>\n
This article<\/a> by Andy Corbley was first published by The Good News Network on 13 March 2025. Lead Image: An orange-bellied parrot into the wild \u2013 credit, supplied to ABC by Natural Resources and Environment Dept. Tasmania. Wildlife continues to face threats, which include hunting, poaching, illegal trade in animal products, habitat loss as well as a rapidly changing climate.<\/p>\n Become a Wildlife Champion today by supporting our conservation partners<\/a> with a monthly donation as little as $1.<\/p>\n
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