Swift Parrots

Swift Parrots at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo

Small, striking, and seriously speedy—Swift Parrots are one of Australia’s rarest and fastest flying birds. With their vibrant green bodies, bright red faces, and electric blue highlights, they’re a true Tasmanian treasure—and they need our help.

In the wild

Swift Parrots breed only in Tasmania’s eucalypt forests, then migrate across Bass Strait to mainland Australia for winter. Their survival is under serious threat from habitat loss and predation, making them one of the world’s most endangered parrots.

At Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo, we’re proud to raise awareness for this critically endangered species and share their story with visitors of all ages.

How We Support Swift Parrots at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium

Specialised Diet

These nectar-feeding parrots enjoy a menu of flowering gum branches, nectar blends, and native fruits, replicating what they’d find in the wild.
Flight-Ready Aviary

Our Swift Parrots have access to long, open-flight areas that encourage their natural speed, agility, and aerial acrobatics.
Conservation Focus

Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo supports efforts to protect Swift Parrots in the wild by promoting habitat awareness and responsible forestry practices through education and guest engagement.

🐾 See these rare beauties up close and learn what makes Swift Parrots so special—and so worth protecting—during your visit to Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo.