Malherbe's Parakeet vs Bismarck Hanging-parrot
Cyanoramphus malherbi compared with Loriculus tener
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Malherbe's Parakeet | Bismarck Hanging-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanoramphus malherbi | Loriculus tener |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 19.8 cm (7.8 in) | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) |
| Weight | 46.0 g (1.62 oz) | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Malherbe's Parakeet
Least Concern
Bismarck Hanging-parrot
About These Birds
Bismarck Hanging-parrot
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.