The Papuan Eclectus Parrot (Eclectus polychloros) is a brightly colored parrot native to the island of New Guinea and nearby islands in Indonesia and the South Pacific. With it’s striking sexual dimorphism and brilliant red, green, blue, and orange plumage, this medium-sized parrot is considered one of the most beautiful members of the parrot family….
The brilliant plumage of parrots has captivated people for centuries. Among the most striking is the Tanimbar Eclectus (Eclectus riedeli), a rare parrot found only on the remote Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia. With it’s vibrant green and blue hues, the male Tanimbar Eclectus stands out even among it’s vibrant relatives. Females sport a dramatic coat…
The beautifully colored and intelligent Moluccan Eclectus Parrot is a fascinating bird that makes a delightful pet for the right owner. This medium-sized parrot is native to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and surrounding islands, where it inhabits tropical forests and woodlands. The most striking feature of the Moluccan Eclectus is the extreme difference in plumage…
The parrot family Psittaculidae contains over 350 species, displaying a stunning array of colors, sizes, and behaviors. Nestled within this diverse family is the genus Eclectus, comprising some of the most distinctly colored parrots on Earth. “The brilliant hues of Eclectus parrots have captivated people for centuries. Their unusual reversed sexual dimorphism continues to fascinate…
The Black-lored Parrot (Tanygnathus gramineus), also known as the Buru Green Parrot, is a beautiful green parrot endemic to the remote Indonesian island of Buru. With it’s dazzling blue crown and distinctive black face markings, this rare tropical parrot has captivated ornithologists and bird enthusiasts alike ever since it’s discovery over 200 years ago. Yet…
The brilliant plumage and unique vocalizations of parrots make them popular pets and captives. Unfortunately, this also means many parrot species face threats from trapping and habitat loss. One such species, the blue-backed parrot (Tanygnathus everetti), faces a precarious future. This rare parrot, also called Mueller’s parrot or the azure rumped parrot, clings to survival…
You’ve probably seen vibrant green parrots with striking blue crowns perched in trees or flying overhead if you’ve visited the Philippines. These charming birds are known as Blue-naped Parrots (Tanygnathus lucionensis), and they are endemic to this island nation. With their bright plumage and raspy calls, Blue-naped Parrots add beauty and character to their forest…
The brilliant green plumage and massive ruby bill of the Great-billed Parrot make it stand out among it’s parrot relatives. This medium-sized, social bird inhabits forests across a chain of islands in southeast Asia, where it’s raucous cries ring out as it feeds and flies among the trees. Known also as the Moluccan Parrot or…
As an avid birdwatcher and lover of exotic, tropical birds, you may be familiar with the colorful parrots that inhabit the islands of southeast Asia and Indonesia. But did you know there’s an entire genus of parrots native to this region that displays incredible diversity in size, color, behavior, and more? In this guide, we’ll…
Endemic to the island of Mindoro in the Philippines, the Mindoro Racket-tail is a vividly-plumed parrot distinguished by it’s unique tail feathers. With a global population estimated at only 2,500-9,999 mature individuals, this vulnerable species faces an uncertain future due to habitat loss and trapping for the pet trade. As you read on, you’ll learn…
