You first lay eyes on the small, bright green bird with a shock of red feathers on its forehead. It cocks its head, eyeing you curiously with inky black eyes. The bird hops closer along the rainforest branch, and you spot flashes of brilliant blue on its wings – it’s a New Caledonian Parakeet! These…
As you gaze out over the lush green forests of New Zealand, a flash of crimson catches your eye. A small parrot with a bright red crown of feathers bobs through the canopy, its wings an iridescent green. You’re catching a glimpse of New Zealand’s only endemic parakeet species – the beautiful Red-crowned Parakeet. About…
Have you ever seen a bright yellow and olive green parakeet flying through the forests of New Zealand? If so, you may have spotted the rare and endangered Malherbe’s parakeet! Measuring just 9 to 10 inches (23 to 26 cm) long, these tiny parrots pack vibrant plumage and spunky personalities into their petite frames. As…
Have you ever seen a bright red and green parakeet flying through the forests of New Zealand? If so, you may have spotted the rare and endangered Reischek’s Parakeet, a species found only on several small islands off the coast of New Zealand. Reischek’s Parakeets stand out with their bold red foreheads and crowns contrasting…
Have you ever seen a bright green parakeet with an orange face? If you were in New Zealand, it may have been the rare Forbes’ Parakeet. This unique bird only lives on one tiny island chain far out in the Pacific Ocean. The Forbes’ Parakeet (Cyanoramphus forbesi) is medium-sized parrot that grows to about 9…
As you gaze out over the tussock grasslands of Macquarie Island, a small, isolated land mass halfway between New Zealand and Antarctica, you catch a glimpse of bright red and green feathers flashing by. What was that? You catch another look and see a small parrot with a bright red forehead hopping along the ground….
You gaze up into the dense, green forest canopy. A flash of bright green and red feathers catches your eye as a parakeet darts through the branches. About 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) long, with elegant tail feathers spreading behind it, this vibrant tropical bird is a marvel to behold. Welcome to Norfolk Island! This small,…
Have you ever seen a small, bright green parrot with a forward-curving yellow crown? If you were in New Zealand, you may have spotted the Yellow-crowned Parakeet (Cyanoramphus auriceps), a beautiful and unique bird found only in that island nation. Though small in stature, reaching around 11 inches (28 cm) in length, these parakeets make…
Parakeets of the genus Cyanoramphus can be found across the islands of New Zealand and into the southwest Pacific, captivating bird enthusiasts with their bright plumage and fun-loving personalities. You’ll discover that these pint-sized parrots exhibit amazing intelligence for their small size. Sadly, many Cyanoramphus species also face serious threats in the wild. Learning more…
The Spix’s Macaw (Cyanopsitta spixii) is a rare and endangered species of bird native to Brazil. With its striking blue feathers and charismatic appearance, this magnificent creature has captured the hearts of many. However, the Spix’s Macaw is currently facing numerous conservation challenges, leading to a decline in its population. In this article, we will delve into the history, physical appearance,…
