Eclectus Parrot
Image: Светлана Царахова (cc0)
NameEclectus Parrot
Common NameEclectus Parrot
Scientific NameEclectus roratus
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)38
Weight (g)490
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly bright emerald green with red patches under the wings and on the flanks, and a bright orange upper mandible with a black lower mandible. Females are mostly bright red with a purple-blue breast and nape, and an all-black beak. Both sexes have dark blue primary feathers and a short, square tail.
Vocalization / CallEclectus Parrots have a diverse repertoire of vocalizations, including loud, harsh squawks, whistles, and more melodic, fluting calls. They are also known for their ability to mimic sounds.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, lowland forest, mangrove forest, woodland
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), Males have an orange upper beak and black lower beak, Females have an all-black beak, Large, stocky build with a short, square tail, Bright, iridescent plumage
Description
The Eclectus Parrot is a large, stocky parrot renowned for its extreme sexual dimorphism, where males are vibrant green and females are striking red and blue. These intelligent birds are typically found in tropical rainforests, where they forage for a diet rich in fruits and seeds. They are often observed perched high in the canopy or flying with powerful wingbeats.
