Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot
A species of Pygmy-parrots Scientific name : Micropsitta pusio Genus : Pygmy-parrots
Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot, A species of Pygmy-parrots
Botanical name: Micropsitta pusio
Genus: Pygmy-parrots
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Photo By Lars Petersson 
Description
Little-studied as an individual species, it is known mainly for being the world's smallest parrot, at 11.5 g (0.41 oz) and 8.6 cm (3.4 in). However, the average weight of six adults was surprisingly high at 14 g (0.49 oz), being slightly higher than two other pygmy parrots, the Geelvink and yellow-capped, both of which, nonetheless, have slightly longer total lengths. The male and female are similar in appearance; their plumage is mainly green with a yellowish tone on the underparts. The cheeks, face, and crown are buff (hence the common name). A dark blue patch is on the top of the head back to the occiput. Head markings are smaller in females, and facial colour is paler. The eyes are dark brown and the bill is grey, and legs are greyish with blue or pinkish tints. Immature birds lack the blue crown, replacing it with green, and the buff colour is less distinct. 
Size
8 cm
Feeding Habits
Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot primarily consumes lichen, bark fungus, and likely termites, supplemented with insect remnants, seeds, fruit, and flowers, showcasing unique dietary adaptations to their arboreal habitat.
Habitat
The habitat of buff-faced Pygmy Parrot typically includes lowland and floodplain gallery forests, as well as tall secondary growth. These birds are also found in forest clearings with trees, dense savannas, and coconut groves. They are generally located in areas that exhibit lush vegetation and tree availability, which are imperative for their nesting and feeding habits.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
Buff-faced pygmy parrots are found across the northern lowlands of the island of New Guinea from the west to the southeastern tip up to an altitude around 800 m, as well as in the Bismarck Archipelago. They inhabit subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest in small groups up to six birds and are highly active, hopping around on tree trunks.
Species Status
While its population size is unknown, the species occurs over a very wide range and is listed as least concern by the IUCN.
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Pygmy-parrots Species
Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot 
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