Black Parrot vs Rodrigues Parrot
Coracopsis nigra compared with Necropsittacus rodricanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Parrot | Rodrigues Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coracopsis nigra | Necropsittacus rodricanus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Extinct |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) | — |
| Weight | 254.0 g (8.96 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Parrot
Extinct
Rodrigues 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.