
Olive-shouldered Parrot
A species of Red-winged and Olive-shouldered Parrots Scientific name : Aprosmictus jonquillaceus Genus : Red-winged and Olive-shouldered Parrots
Olive-shouldered Parrot, A species of Red-winged and Olive-shouldered Parrots
Botanical name: Aprosmictus jonquillaceus
Genus: Red-winged and Olive-shouldered Parrots
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Description

The jonquil parrot or olive-shouldered parrot (Aprosmictus jonquillaceus) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in forest, woodland and acacia savanna on the islands of Roti, Timor and Wetar. It is fairly common, but potentially threatened by habitat loss. Both sexes resemble the female of the closely related red-winged parrot.

Size
35 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Due to the lack of available information, it is not possible to provide a summary of the feeding habits and diet for olive-shouldered Parrot.
Habitat
The olive-shouldered Parrot typically inhabits a range of wooded and forested environments including primary and secondary monsoon forests, savanna woodlands, areas of light woodland cultivation, and areas with scrubby secondary growth. These birds adapt to various types of dense to lightly vegetated landscapes that offer ample foraging opportunities.
Dite type
Herbivorous


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