Eclectus Parrot

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This animal is an Animal Ambassador and lives behind-the-scenes. Animal Ambassadors attend school programs, special events, ZooLive! Stage Shows, guest engagement activities, and outreach events.

Description

Range & Habitat

Found In: Rainforests in Australia, Solomon Islands, New Guinea and Moluccas

Behavior

Diet

Herbivore: fruits, nuts, seeds and flowers

Conservation

Habitat destruction and capture for the illegal wildlife trade are threats to this species.

Fun Facts

• This species is sexually dimorphic, meaning males and females look different; males are a vibrant, emerald green with red and blue underwings and an orange beak and females are bright red with dark purple under their wings and a black beak.

Virginia Zoo Animals

Male: Zeke (born: )