Finsch's Pygmy-Parrot
NameFinsch's Pygmy-Parrot
Common NameFinsch's Pygmy-Parrot
Scientific NameMicropsitta finschii
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage. Males have a dark blue patch on the crown and nape, and a yellowish-green face. Females have a paler, more uniform green head. Both sexes show dark blue primary coverts and a dark blue wash on the rump and tail.
Vocalization / CallHigh-pitched, thin, squeaky calls, often described as 'tseet-tseet' or 'squeak-squeak'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound on Bougainville Island, the Solomon Islands (including Choiseul, Santa Isabel, Guadalcanal, Malaita, Makira), and parts of the Bismarck Archipelago.
Identifying Featuresextremely small size, predominantly green plumage, stiff tail feathers used for climbing, yellowish-green face, dark blue crown/nape (males), forages on tree bark
Description
This tiny, predominantly green parrot is known for its unique climbing style, using its stiff tail feathers as a prop against tree trunks. It forages primarily on bark for lichen, fungi, and insects.
