Yellow-crowned Parakeet
NameYellow-crowned Parakeet
Common NameYellow-crowned Parakeet
Scientific NameCyanoramphus auriceps
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright emerald green plumage. It features a distinctive golden-yellow crown and a narrow red band across the forehead, extending to just behind the eye. The bill is blue-grey with a black tip.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include rapid, chattering calls, often described as 'kik-kik-kik' or 'chatter-chatter', and a softer trilling sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to New Zealand, found on the North, South, and Stewart Islands, as well as some offshore islands. Primarily inhabits native forests, particularly beech and podocarp forests.
Identifying FeaturesGolden-yellow crown, Red frontal band, Bright emerald green plumage, Blue-grey bill
Description
The Yellow-crowned Parakeet is a small, vibrant green parrot endemic to New Zealand. It is an active, arboreal species often seen foraging in the canopy of native forests, feeding on a variety of plant matter and insects.
