The genus Prioniturus contains nine parrot species found in the Philippines and Indonesia. Description: Racket-tailed parrots are easily distinguished from all other parrots by their elongated central tail feathers with the bare shaft and spatula at the end (please refer to drawing to the right).. Overall the plumage is green with more or less blue … Read more
The Philippine Hanging Parrots (Loriculus philippensis) is endemic to the islands of Luzon, Banton, Polillo, Marinduque and Catanduanes, in the Philippines. They are an endangered species (CITES II) due to habitat destruction as well as capturing of nestlings by locals for the pet trade. Sub-species Description: The Philippine Hanging Parrot averages 5.5 inches (14 cm) … Read more
The Moluccan Hanging-parrot (Loriculus amabilis) is endemic to the Moluccan islands of Halmahera and Batjan, in the northern Moluccas / Maluku Islands, Indonesia (please refer to below distribution map). Its natural habitat includes subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest areas. Description: This Hanging Parrot averages 4.5 inches (11 cm) in length, with a wing length … Read more
The Mindanao Hanging Parrots (Loriculus philippensis apicalisis) are endemic to the Islands of Mindanao, Dinagat, Siargao and Bazol in the Philippines. This small hanging parrot averages 5.5 inches (~14 cm) in length. Hanging Parrots General Info and Species Listing … Photos of the Various Hanging Parrot Species for Identification The Mindanao Hanging Parrot (Loriculus philippensis … Read more
The Long-tailed Parakeet, (Psittacula longicauda), is also known as Malaccan Red-cheeked Parakeet, Malayan Red-cheeked Parakeet, Pink-cheeked Parakeet or Bayan Nuriis. Please also see Ringneck Parrots. Distribution / Range: This parrot is native to the regions of Andaman islands, Nicobar islands, Sumatra, Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia (including Singapore), Indonesian island of Nias as well as Bangka … Read more
The Intermediate Parakeet (Psittacula intermedia) or Rothschild’s Parakeet was endemic to the sub-Himalayan region, northern India. This parakeet has never been observed in the wild and is believed to be extinct. This parakeet was described on the basis of about seven undated specimens. Individuals appearing like this species have been noted in captivity and while … Read more
The Guaiabero Parrots (Bolbopsittacus lunulatus) are endemic to the Island of Luzon in the Philippines, where they might be seen foraging in tree tops or in a fast straight flight. These parrots are common in forest areas and along the forest edge, usually below 1,500 meters. Sub-Species / Races Including Nominate: Description: The Guaiabero Parrots are … Read more
The Great-billed Parrot, Tanygnathus megalorynchos also known as Moluccan Parrot or Island Parrot is distributed to tropical forests of islands off Sulawesi (formerly known as Celebes), Lesser Sunda Islands and Maluku in eastern Indonesia, the Philippines and islands of west New Guinea. This parrot is widespread throughout its large range and is, therefore, evaluated as … Read more
The Golden-mantled Racket-tailed Parrots are endemic to Sulawesi (formerly known as Celebes), Togian, Lembeh Islands, Siao Island, Peleng Island, Banggai Island, Muna and Buton Island, Indonesia … CITES II – They are endangered in their natural habitat Habitat Green Racquet-tails can be found in the canopies of primary tropical rainforests.primary tropical rainforests. They inhabit the … Read more
The Layard’s Parakeet or Emerald-collared Parakeet (Psittacula calthropae) is endemic to Sri Lanka (previously Ceylon) and Maldive Islands, where it is locally common. Their preferred habitats are the forest areas, particularly along the edges and in the clearings. They can also be found in urban gardens. Populations undergo local movements, driven mainly by the availability … Read more