Sulu Racquet-tail vs Azure-rumped Parrot
Prioniturus verticalis compared with Tanygnathus sumatranus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Sulu Racquet-tail | Azure-rumped Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prioniturus verticalis | Tanygnathus sumatranus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 33.3 cm (13.1 in) | 40.2 cm (15.8 in) |
| Weight | 45.0 g (1.59 oz) | 265.0 g (9.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Sulu Racquet-tail
Least Concern
Azure-rumped Parrot
About These Birds
Azure-rumped Parrot
The Azure-rumped Parrot is a medium-large parrot found in forests of the Philippines and the Sulawesi region, weighing about 265g with a wingspan of 40.2cm. It has vivid green plumage with a distinctive azure-blue rump patch. It inhabits primary and tall secondary forest, feeding on fruit, seeds, and blossoms in the canopy.