Image: Closeup of Grey Falcon and Mallee Ringneck Parrot skull

Closeup of Grey Falcon and Mallee Ringneck Parrot skull

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

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