Bismarck Hanging-parrot vs Dusky Lory
Loriculus tener compared with Pseudeos fuscata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bismarck Hanging-parrot | Dusky Lory |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loriculus tener | Pseudeos fuscata |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) | 30.3 cm (11.9 in) |
| Weight | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) | 154.5 g (5.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bismarck Hanging-parrot
Least Concern
Dusky Lory
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.