Bismarck Hanging-parrot
Loriculus tener
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.0 cm
Weight
12.0 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
About
The Bismarck Hanging-parrot is a small, green parrot endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago in Papua New Guinea. Like other hanging-parrots, it roosts and rests by hanging upside-down from branches, earning its name. It feeds on nectar, soft fruits, and flowers in the forest canopy.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 12.0 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Loriculus |
| Species | Loriculus tener |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Coryllis des Bismarck |
| Japanese | ミドリビタイサトウチョウ |
| Russian | Зеленолобый висячий попугайчик |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bismarck Hanging-parrot endangered?
The Bismarck Hanging-parrot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Bismarck Hanging-parrot?
The Bismarck Hanging-parrot has a wingspan of 13.0 cm, weight of 12.0 g.
What order and family does the Bismarck Hanging-parrot belong to?
The Bismarck Hanging-parrot (Loriculus tener) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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