Exploring the Genus Prioniturus
The tropical forests of the Philippines and Indonesia are home to some of the most beautiful and unique birds in the world. Among these are the parrots of the genus Prioniturus, from the Family Psittaculidae and Sub-Family Psittaculinae. They are medium-sized arboreal species recognized by their long graduated tails and extraordinarily vivid plumage. “The racket-tailed…