Black Parrot vs Sulu Racquet-tail
Coracopsis nigra compared with Prioniturus verticalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Parrot | Sulu Racquet-tail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coracopsis nigra | Prioniturus verticalis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) | 33.3 cm (13.1 in) |
| Weight | 254.0 g (8.96 oz) | 45.0 g (1.59 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Parrot
Critically Endangered
Sulu Racquet-tail
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.