Black-fronted Parakeet vs Blue Lorikeet
Cyanoramphus zealandicus compared with Vini peruviana
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-fronted Parakeet | Blue Lorikeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanoramphus zealandicus | Vini peruviana |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | — | 31.95 g (1.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Black-fronted Parakeet
Vulnerable
Blue Lorikeet
About These Birds
Black-fronted Parakeet
The Black-fronted Parakeet was a small, extinct parrot endemic to Tahiti in French Polynesia, characterized by green plumage with a distinctive black forehead and a red crown patch. It inhabited Tahiti's forests and was last recorded in the late 19th century, driven to extinction by introduced rats, cats, and habitat destruction. No specimens exist in wild, and the species is known only from museum skins and historical accounts.