Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot

Loriculus galgulus

The blue-crowned hanging parrot is a parrot species endemic to southern Burma and Thailand, Malaya, Singapore, and Indonesia. These parrots are 12 cm (4.7 in) in height and weigh 28 g (0.99 oz) and have a longevity of 14 years. They are recognized by their green plumage, black beak and characteristic blue feathers arranged like a crown on their head.

Scientific name

Loriculus galgulus

Family

Old World Parrots

IUCN status

LC