Horned Parakeet

Eunymphicus cornutus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The horned parakeet is a species of parrot in the genus Eunymphicus, in the family Psittaculidae. It is a medium-sized parrot endemic to New Caledonia. It is called "horned" because it has two black feathers that protrude from the head and have red tips.

Fun Fact

It is called "horned" because it has two black feathers that protrude from the head and have red tips.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in humid pine forests on New Caledonia, especially when Agathis and Araucaria pines are present.

Diet

Diet of nuts and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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