Blue-fronted Fig Parrot
Nannopsittacus gulielmitertii
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About
The blue-fronted fig parrot is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in Salawati and the Bird's Head Peninsula in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Fun Fact
The specific epithet gulielmitertii is in honour of William III, King of the Netherlands, and is derived from the Medieval Latin Guilelmus, meaning William, and Latin tertius, meaning third.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on fig seeds, but also on seeds of Glochidion and Acacia auriculaeformis.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance