Purple polar parrot (SciiFii)

The purple polar parrot (Antarctopsittacus polaris), also known as the Antarctic parrot and simply the polar parrot, is a species of parrot native to the Antarctic islands that originally did not exist, but is since created by SciiFii. The purple polar parrot is named for its double layer of grayish-purple feathers which are perfect for insulation from harsh winters in cold climates. The closest living relative of the purple polar parrot is the monk parakeet of South America. Since no nuts and fruits are available in the Antarctic circle, they feed primarily on grass seeds, clams, and oysters, which is why they have a different diet from most other parrots. The purple polar parrot lives in gregarious flocks of up to around 300 individuals at a time, and nests in 30-75 foot long burrows that are dug by the females and make nests out of dry grasses to raise their young. The purple polar parrots make such long burrows to protect their eggs and chicks against outside elements such as freezing temperatures. The conservation status of the purple polar parrot is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts and the purple polar parrot's wide range.
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