Senegal Parrot
Poicephalus senegalus
The Senegal parrot is a parrot which is a resident breeder across a wide range of west Africa. It makes migrations within west Africa, according to the availability of the fruit, seeds and blossoms which make up its diet. It is considered a farm pest in Africa, often feeding on maize or millet. It is popular in aviculture.
- Scientific name
- Poicephalus senegalus
- Family
- New World and African Parrots
- IUCN status
- LC