Have you ever seen a parrot the size of a hummingbird? As incredible as it sounds, the buff-faced pygmy parrot is a real bird – and it just might be the world’s smallest parrot species. Measuring only around 3 inches long and weighing less than half an ounce, this tiny tropical parrot is truly miniature…
Have you ever seen a parrot the size of a ping pong ball? Weighing less than half an ounce and small enough to fit in the palm of your hand? Prepare to be amazed by the tiny titans of the parrot world – pygmy parrots! Found only in the dense rainforests of New Guinea and…
Have you ever heard of the Oceanic Eclectus Parrot? This extinct and elusive bird once called the Pacific islands of Tonga, Vanuatu, and possibly Fiji home. But human activity led to the demise of this unique island species thousands of years ago. Though gone, the Oceanic Eclectus Parrot remains fascinating. it’s bones provide clues to…
The brilliantly colored Sumba Eclectus Parrot is confined to a single remote Indonesian island, where deforestation and trapping threaten this species’ survival. As one of the most striking members of the parrot family, the Sumba Eclectus exhibits a spectacular visual dichotomy between the sexes. Read on to learn more about this endangered bird and why…
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…
