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Black-lored Parrot (Tanygnathus gramineus)
Also Known As: Buru Green Parrot
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Did You Know?
The immature male Black-lored Parrot takes about six months to develop its bright red bill.
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Not AvailableStatus in the Wild
World Population:Around 5000
Range: Found on Buru, S Moluccas, Indonesia.
Habitat:
Found between 600-1700m (1968-5576 ft). Recorded as locally fairly common in montane forest in northwest of island. Has also been seen in lowland and hill forests.
Threat Summary:
Habitat loss the main threat; only a few patches of primary lowland forest remain.
IUCN Rating:
Vulnerable
Wild Diet:
Possibly fruits, berries, seeds and nuts.
CITES Rating:
Appendix II
Ecology:
Not well known but is active during the day, and also at night when heard calling. May move seasonally between mountains and coast.
Clutch and Egg Size:
Not available
Breeding Season:
Not available
Links to Other Project(s):
http://indonesian-parrot-project.org/Library/greatbill.html
More Info Sites:
http://www.birdlife.org/action/science/species/asia_strategy/pdf_downloads/forestsFO8.pdf
http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/aa/aa0104_full.html
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