Australian King-parrot vs Bismarck Hanging-parrot
Alisterus scapularis compared with Loriculus tener
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australian King-parrot | Bismarck Hanging-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alisterus scapularis | Loriculus tener |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) |
| Weight | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australian King-parrot
Least Concern
Bismarck Hanging-parrot
About These Birds
Australian King-parrot
The Australian King-parrot is a large, striking parrot found in humid forests and forest edges of eastern Australia. Weighing about 237.8g with a wingspan of 42cm, the male has a brilliant scarlet head and underparts contrasting with dark green upperparts. It feeds on seeds, fruit, and blossoms in the forest canopy.
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.