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Mauritius Grey Parrot  (Lophopsittacus bensoni)

 
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Did You Know?
Was described by early writers in the 18th century but was otherwise only known from skeletal remains.

Status in the Wild
World Population:
None

Range: Mauritius, Mascarene Islands.

Habitat:
Wooded forest

Threat Summary:
Hunting

IUCN Rating:
Extinct, 1760s.

Wild Diet:
Not available

CITES Rating:
Not available

Ecology:
Not available

Clutch and Egg Size:
Not available

Breeding Season:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauritius_Grey_Parrot