Red-breasted Pygmy-Parrot
NameRed-breasted Pygmy-Parrot
Common NameRed-breasted Pygmy-Parrot
Scientific NameMicropsitta bruijnii
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a green back and wings with black scaling, a vibrant red breast and belly, a blue nape, and an orange-brown crown. The bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallProduces high-pitched, thin, and squeaky calls, often given in flight or while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound throughout the montane and submontane forests of New Guinea and several surrounding islands, including the Bismarck Archipelago and Solomon Islands.
Identifying Featuresextremely small size, vibrant red breast, blue nape, orange-brown crown, green back with black scaling, nuthatch-like climbing behavior
Description
This tiny, brightly colored parrot is known for its nuthatch-like climbing behavior, often seen scaling tree trunks head-down. It inhabits humid montane forests, feeding primarily on lichens and fungi.
