Painted Tiger Parrot
NamePainted Tiger Parrot
Common NamePainted Tiger Parrot
Scientific NamePsittacella picta
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)54
Plumage DetailsThe body is largely bright green, with darker green and faint black barring on the upperparts. The head is reddish-brown, with a darker crown and a prominent yellow stripe extending from behind the eye down the side of the neck. The undertail coverts are red, and the beak is pale blue.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, sharp, and squeaky notes, often given in flight or while feeding. They can also produce softer chattering sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the highlands and montane regions of New Guinea.
Identifying Featuresreddish-brown head, bright green body, prominent yellow neck stripe, pale blue beak, small size, red undertail coverts
Description
This small, vibrant parrot is characterized by its predominantly green plumage, a distinctive reddish-brown head, and a bright yellow stripe on the side of its neck. It typically forages for seeds and berries in the canopy of montane forests.
