This website has been created for Eclectus Parrots and their care givers and Eclectus lovers to learn as much as you can about Eclectus Parrots. The information ranges from the basics of information on behaviours, moulting, general caring for Eclectus to more detailed information on Eclectus dieting and healthy living. I also have an Eclectus Forum attached for ‘Ekkie’ lovers to go and discuss information and ask questions. The forum is for all of us to gain knowledge we need and want to know as well having some fun while learning!
Kim Forster © 2012
Eclectus Parrots require a licence in Western Australia. There are some who believe because the application is not specific in the which sub species or does not contain their binominal or scientific name you may only need a licence for the Australian Eclectus (macgillivrayi). This is incorrect. The Advance Aviculture licence in Western Australia if for ALL sub species of Eclectus Parrots.
There is also some confusion as to why binominal or scientific names are not used on the application as they are on applications in other states. The application is simply catering for the humble everyday human being that is more familiar with a bird species ‘common’ names than their scientific names. It is by no means confusing, lazy or careless.
You may also have other parrot species that need to be declared and/or licensed. Certain species of parrots require declaring but may not need a licence. You can check on these forms.
