Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot (Loriculus beryllinus)

Scientific Name :

Loriculus beryllinus

Category :

Animals | Birds

Habitat & Distribution in Matale :

Wet-zone and montane forests, including Riverston

Conservation Status :

Near Threatened

Physical Features & Identification :

The Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot is a small, bright green bird with a red crown and rump. It gets its name from its habit of hanging upside down from branches while feeding.

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