Vernal Hanging-Parrot
NameVernal Hanging-Parrot
Common NameVernal Hanging-Parrot
Scientific NameLoriculus vernalis
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)24
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is primarily bright green, with a distinctive orange-red beak. Males have a light blue patch on the throat and nape, while both sexes feature a prominent red rump and blue undertail coverts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, sharp, and rapid chirps or trills, often emitted in flight or while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size (13-14 cm), Bright green plumage, Orange-red beak, Red rump, Male has a blue throat patch, Habit of hanging upside down
Description
The Vernal Hanging-Parrot is a small, predominantly bright green parrot known for its habit of hanging upside down while feeding. It possesses a short tail and a distinctive orange-red beak, often found in forested and cultivated areas.
