Papuan King Parrot
NamePapuan King Parrot
Common NamePapuan King Parrot
Scientific NameAlisterus chloropterus
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)43
Length (cm)36
Weight (g)225
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright red head, neck, and underparts, with a green back and wings. A distinct broad blue band is visible across the wing coverts, and the rump and tail are blue. Females are similar but may exhibit a duller red, more extensive green on the back extending to the nape, and a less prominent blue wing band.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, screeching calls, often repeated, as well as softer chattering notes emitted while feeding.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of New Guinea, found in the lowland and lower mountain ranges of both Papua New Guinea and West Papua (Indonesia).
Identifying Featuresbright red head and underparts, green back, blue wings and tail, prominent blue wing band (males)
Description
The Papuan King Parrot is a strikingly colored medium-sized parrot native to New Guinea. Males display a vibrant red head and underparts contrasting with a green back and blue wings and tail. These birds typically inhabit lowland and mid-mountain forests, feeding on a diet primarily consisting of fruits and seeds.
