Alexandrine Parakeet vs Azure-rumped Parrot
Palaeornis eupatria compared with Tanygnathus sumatranus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Alexandrine Parakeet | Azure-rumped Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Palaeornis eupatria | Tanygnathus sumatranus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) | 40.2 cm (15.8 in) |
| Weight | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) | 265.0 g (9.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Alexandrine Parakeet
Least Concern
Azure-rumped 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.
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.