Eclectus Parrot
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NameEclectus Parrot
Common NameEclectus Parrot
Scientific NameEclectus roratus
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)37
Weight (g)450
Plumage DetailsMales are primarily emerald green with bright red patches on the sides of the body and underwing coverts, and blue primary feathers. Their beak is orange-yellow with a black tip on the lower mandible. Females are mostly red with purple-blue on the chest and nape, and a black beak.
Vocalization / CallEclectus Parrots have a diverse range of vocalizations, including loud, harsh squawks, whistles, chattering, and more melodic calls. They are also known for their ability to mimic sounds.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, lowland forest, mangrove forest, plantations
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to the Solomon Islands, Sumba, New Guinea and nearby islands, and northeastern Australia.
Identifying FeaturesExtreme sexual dimorphism (males green, females red/blue), Large size, Short, square tail, Distinctive beak coloration (orange/yellow for males, black for females)
Description
The Eclectus Parrot is a large parrot species known for its striking sexual dimorphism, where males are predominantly green and females are red and blue. These intelligent birds are native to rainforests and are often found foraging for fruits and seeds in the canopy.
