Alexandrine Parakeet vs Black-lored Parrot
Palaeornis eupatria compared with Tanygnathus gramineus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Alexandrine Parakeet | Black-lored Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palaeornis eupatria | Tanygnathus gramineus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) | 52.8 cm (20.8 in) |
| Weight | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) | 237.3 g (8.37 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Black-lored Parrot only
Conservation Status
Alexandrine Parakeet
Black-lored Parrot
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.
Black-lored Parrot
The Black-lored Parrot is a vulnerable, medium-sized parrot with vivid green plumage, a red bill, and distinctive black lore patches between the eye and bill. It is endemic to Buru Island in the Moluccas (Maluku Islands), Indonesia, inhabiting primary and secondary forest. It feeds on seeds, fruits, and berries in the forest canopy, and is threatened by habitat loss and the wild bird trade.