You gaze up into the canopy of a tropical Melanesian forest, scanning the branches until a flash of bright green catches your eye. A pair of parrots with gorgeous emerald plumage alight on a fruit tree, their rose-colored beaks crunching into guavas. These vibrant birds are Ouvea Parakeets, some of the rarest parrots not just…
You spot a flash of green and orange flying through the canopy. It lands on a branch, cocking its head as it examines a fruit. But then you notice the unique feature that gives this parakeet its name—two feathered horns sprouting from its forehead! You’ve spotted the rare horned parakeet, found only on the Pacific…
With their brightly colored plumage and lively personalities, Eunymphicus parakeets are truly captivating birds. As you read on, you will discover what makes this genus of parrots found across islands of New Caledonia so special. The genus contains only two extant species: Both species play important roles in their island ecosystems. However, habitat destruction and…
