Tanimbar Eclectus
Eclectus riedeli
The Tanimbar eclectus, or Riedel's eclectus is a parrot species which is native to the Tanimbar Islands. It is smaller than the Moluccan eclectus. The male has a more bluish tinge to its green cheeks and neck, and its tail is edged with a broad band of yellow. The female has an all red plumage, except for royal blue primaries, yellow under-tail coverts and a broad band of yellow to edge the tail.
- Scientific name
- Eclectus riedeli
- Family
- Old World Parrots
- IUCN status
- VU