Bismarck Hanging-parrot vs Rodrigues Parrot
Loriculus tener compared with Necropsittacus rodricanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bismarck Hanging-parrot | Rodrigues Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loriculus tener | Necropsittacus rodricanus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Extinct |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) | — |
| Weight | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bismarck Hanging-parrot
Extinct
Rodrigues 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.