Flores Hanging-parrot vs Alexandrine Parakeet
Loriculus flosculus compared with Palaeornis eupatria
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Flores Hanging-parrot | Alexandrine Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loriculus flosculus | Palaeornis eupatria |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 34.0 g (1.20 oz) | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Flores Hanging-parrot only
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Flores Hanging-parrot
Near Threatened
Alexandrine Parakeet
About These Birds
Alexandrine Parakeet
The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, near-threatened parakeet weighing about 228 g with a wingspan of 42 cm. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is recognised by its large red bill, green plumage, and distinctive red shoulder patch, and is one of the largest ring-necked parakeet relatives.