Black Parrot vs Princess Parrot
Coracopsis nigra compared with Polytelis alexandrae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Parrot | Princess Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coracopsis nigra | Polytelis alexandrae |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) | 36.7 cm (14.4 in) |
| Weight | 254.0 g (8.96 oz) | 103.7 g (3.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black Parrot only
Princess Parrot only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Parrot
Near Threatened
Princess 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.