Moluccan King Parrot
NameMoluccan King Parrot
Common NameMoluccan King Parrot
Scientific NameAlisterus amboinensis
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)37.5
Weight (g)215
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a bright red head, neck, and underparts. The back and wings are green, with a dark blue band across the lower back and rump. The tail is long and dark blue to black. Females are similar but may have a duller red and sometimes a green wash on the back of the head.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, screeching calls, often repeated, as well as softer chattering and whistling notes. They can be quite loud, especially in flight or when alarmed.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Moluccas (Maluku Islands) in eastern Indonesia, including islands such as Ambon, Seram, Buru, and Halmahera, inhabiting tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Identifying Featuresbright red head and underparts, green back and wings, long dark tail, dark blue lower back/rump band
Description
The Moluccan King Parrot is a vibrantly colored parrot known for its striking red head and underparts, contrasting with a green back and wings. These birds are typically found in the canopy of tropical rainforests, where they forage for a variety of plant matter.
