Timneh Parrot
NameTimneh Parrot
Common NameTimneh Parrot
Scientific NamePsittacus timneh
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)49
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)310
Plumage DetailsPredominantly dark grey plumage, with a lighter grey head and breast. The tail is a distinctive dark reddish-brown (maroon). The upper mandible of the beak is horn-colored with a dark tip, while the lower mandible is dark. The iris is pale yellow.
Vocalization / CallTimneh Parrots possess a wide repertoire of vocalizations, including various whistles, squawks, and screeches. They are renowned for their exceptional ability to mimic human speech and other environmental sounds, often with a higher-pitched tone compared to their close relatives.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland, grassland
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeFound in West Africa, specifically from Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and western Ivory Coast.
Identifying FeaturesDark grey plumage, Dark reddish-brown tail, Horn-colored upper beak with dark tip, Pale yellow iris, Smaller size than Congo African Grey Parrot
Description
The Timneh Parrot is a medium-sized parrot known for its intelligence and mimicry abilities. It exhibits a predominantly grey plumage, a pale eye, and a distinctive dark reddish-brown tail. These social birds are often found in flocks, foraging for seeds and fruits in their West African forest habitats.
