Red-throated Lorikeet vs Black Parrot
Charmosyna amabilis compared with Coracopsis nigra
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-throated Lorikeet | Black Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charmosyna amabilis | Coracopsis nigra |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.4 cm (8.4 in) | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) |
| Weight | 8.5 g (0.30 oz) | 254.0 g (8.96 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Red-throated Lorikeet
Least Concern
Black Parrot
About These Birds
Black Parrot
The Black Parrot is a medium-sized, uniformly brownish-black parrot with a grayish bill and a pale edge to the feathers giving a scaly appearance. It inhabits forests and forest edges of Madagascar, the Comoro Islands, and Seychelles, depending on availability of fruiting trees. It feeds on seeds, fruits, and flowers in the forest canopy and is important as a seed disperser in island ecosystems.