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Parrot Day
"Perched in the gumtree, bold as you please,
A flash of rose in the dusty breeze,
Feathers fluffed in a pink parade,
The galah calls out — unafraid.
With a screech like laughter, sharp and clear,
He mocks the world with no trace of fear.
A clown in plumage, proud and bright,
He somersaults into morning light."
Squawk! Polly wants a tartan? Well, Polly’s got one! This playful design captures the bold charm of the Australian galah—a parrot as colorful in personality as it is in plumage.
With its vibrant pink chest and silver-grey wings, the galah is one of Australia's most iconic birds, found across the continent from dry inland plains to leafy urban parks. Known for its acrobatics, loud chatter, and unmistakable presence in the sky, the galah is both a performer and a fixture of the Australian landscape. Its antics have earned it a spot in local slang—calling someone a “galah” is good-natured shorthand for being a bit of a loudmouth or a fool. But behind the noise is a loyal and social creature. Galahs form lifelong bonds, often seen nuzzling or grooming their mates with surprising tenderness. This tartan celebrates all of that: the color, the character, and a bit of cheek. 💗 🖤 🤍 💗 🦜 🦜 🦜 🇦🇺
Found across the vast sweep of Australia’s outback, woodlands, and suburban rooftops, the galah (or Eolophus roseicapilla) is one of the country’s most recognizable and comical birds. With its bubblegum-pink breast, soft grey wings, and expressive white crest, the galah doesn’t just look flamboyant—it acts the part too. These cockatoos are notorious for their clownish behavior: swinging upside down from wires, mimicking human speech, and staging dramatic “crashes” into windows (often more out of curiosity than clumsiness). Flocks of galahs can appear like chaotic confetti clouds, bursting into the sky with raucous screeches that echo through bushland and city parks alike.
Over the years, galahs have been at the center of some quirky incidents. One was found in a Melbourne train station mimicking platform announcements so convincingly that commuters paused in confusion. In another instance, a galah was spotted riding atop a sheep in rural Queensland, seemingly enjoying the view and the free transport. Despite their antics, galahs form strong lifelong pair bonds, and their affectionate mutual grooming habits often charm onlookers. Their name has even entered Aussie slang—calling someone a "galah" means they're being a bit of a fool, though anyone who’s watched one long enough might argue they’re more like jesters than simpletons.
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