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Papuan King Parrot  (Alisterus chloropterus)

Also Known As: Green-winged Parrot
 
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Papuan King Parrot in the wild

Credit: © Mehd Halaouate | http://www.indonesien.nu/indonesieneng/index.shtml
 
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Did You Know?
The King Parakeets are easily recognized as a group by their intensely coloured, shiny red, green and blue plumage and by their long tails.

Status in the Wild
World Population:
About 70,000

Range:
A.c. chloropterus: E New Guinea.
A.c. callopterus: C New Guinea.
A.c. moszkowskii: N New Guinea.


Habitat:
Found up to 2600m (8528 ft) in dense forest, open areas with casuarinas, cultivated areas and secondary growth forest.

Threat Summary:
This species is described as 'rare' in parts of its range. Threats unknown.

IUCN Rating:
Least concern

Wild Diet:
Takes fruits, seeds, berries and nuts.

CITES Rating:
Appendix II

Ecology:
Seen singly, in pairs or groups of up to ten individuals. Are fairly approachable in wild. Quiet and inconspicuous while feeding in lower and middle canopy.

Clutch and Egg Size:
3-4 eggs

Breeding Season:
Begins in March.

Links to Other Project(s):
http://www.publish.csiro.au/paper/MU9950149.htm


More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E113.htm&Pic=113_1.JPG

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papuan_King_Parrot