Eclectus Parrot
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NameEclectus Parrot
Common NameEclectus Parrot
Scientific NameEclectus roratus
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)38.5
Weight (g)485
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly emerald green with bright red underwings and blue primary feathers. They have a distinctive bicolored beak, with a bright orange-red upper mandible and a black lower mandible, and a striking orange-red iris. Females are primarily red with a purplish-blue belly and black beak.
Vocalization / CallEclectus Parrots produce a variety of loud, piercing squawks, whistles, and chattering calls. Their vocalizations can be quite complex, including melodic whistles and harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, lowland forest, forest edge, plantations
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to the Solomon Islands, Sumba, New Guinea, and northeastern Australia, inhabiting tropical and subtropical forests.
Identifying FeaturesExtreme sexual dimorphism (males green, females red/purple), Male's bright green plumage, Male's bicolored beak (red/orange upper, black lower), Red-orange iris, Large size for a parrot
Description
The Eclectus Parrot is a large parrot species known for its extreme sexual dimorphism, where males are vibrant green and females are brilliant red and purple. These intelligent birds are typically found in tropical rainforests, feeding on fruits, seeds, and flowers.
