- Cyclopsitta diophthalma
Identification
Length is 13-16 cm.
- Green
- Red and blue facial markings
- Males' face more red
- Females' face more silver and blue
Distribution
New Guinea and surrounding islands and Australia from Queensland to New South Wales.
Taxonomy
Eight subspecies are recognized. The three known from Australia are geographically separated, and one of them is endangered.
Habitat
Rainforests, from low riverine to lowland and high altitude. Rarely venture into adjoining eucalypt forests and woodlands.
Behaviour
The diet includes figs, berries, seeds, and nectar.
It excavates its own nesting hole.
Vocalisation
Call: zzzt-zzzt or zeet-zeet.
References
Wikipedia
Morecombe, Michael, Field Guide to Australian Birds.
