7428

7428 is a species of extinct parrot discovered in Europe and known from fossil records. The species is dated to the Late Pleistocene, with fossil remains discovered in various European archaeological sites.

Taxonomical classification of the species has been the subject of ongoing research and discussion. Initially considered a separate species, it is now considered to belong to the genera Psittacus and thought to be a member of the Psittacula genus.

Fossil remains of the species were first identified in the 1970s, but detailed descriptions and illustrations emerged later, allowing researchers to study the bird's physical characteristics. Estimates of the bird's size, weight, and wingspan based on fossil evidence have led scientists to conclude that 7428 was a large parrot species.

Depictions of parrots in Rock art from the Late Pleistocene and early Holocene periods have some morphological characteristics that match those of 7428. This has led researchers to speculate on the potential interaction and comparison between the arts' rendered birds and 7428 fossil bone remains. Any actual species-level classification assignments specific to 7428 remain unresolved, and are the subject of ongoing scientific discussions.

The study of parrots like 7428 has shed light on the lives and habits of extinct bird species and human interaction with the ecosystem in the past. Research into 7428's behavior, nesting patterns, and timing has provided clues into environmental conditions of the time, prompting ongoing research and investigation into fossil records and rock art.