A female Eclectus parrot is a bird with bright, vivid red plumage, a dark or burgundy back and wings, and a dull purple or blue band across its chest and abdomen. They have a black beak, a blue ring around their eyes, and a red tail tipped with orange. Females are often considered to be more territorial and assertive than males. 

Appearance

• Plumage: The most striking feature is their vibrant red body. The back and wings are a darker, duller shade of red or burgundy.

• Markings: They have a blue collar across the mantle and a violet-blue band across the abdomen.

• Tail: The tail is red and tipped with orange.

• Beak: A black beak.

• Eyes: A pale yellow iris with a distinct blue ring around it. 

Personality and behavior

• Temperament: Often described as more feisty, territorial, and assertive than males.

• Nesting: In the wild, females are responsible for building nests and are more inclined to be in or near them for extended periods. This behavior can sometimes translate to them being more "needy" or territorial in a home environment.

• Independence: They can be more independent than males. 

Size

• Length: Approximately 30.5 to 35 cm (12.2 to 14 in).

• Weight: Approximately 383 to 549 grams.