Nature

Parrots in the Land of Oz

Season 26 Episode 6 | 53m 30s | WETA Passport

Parrots are everywhere in Australia. Rare and bizarre, colorful and intelligent, they are the most conspicuous and exotic birds on this amazing island continent. Many mate for life, building homes and families together. Their colors, behaviors and habitats are all described in depth by the scientists studying them and the Australians who live among them in this delightful film from Down Under.

Aired: 01/27/08 | Expires: 10/31/25 | Rating: NR

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