Aprosmictus jonquillaceus
The Jonquil Parrot, Aprosmictus jonquillaceus, is a striking medium-sized parrot, typically measuring 30-34 cm in length and weighing between 120-150 grams. Its plumage is predominantly emerald green, but its namesake comes from the brilliant, contrasting jonquil yellow shoulders and upper wing coverts. This vibrant yellow is accentuated by dark blue primary feathers and a long, pointed tail, with a small but distinct crimson patch on its lower back, most visible in flight. Field marks includ...
Primarily inhabiting tropical and subtropical rainforests, wet sclerophyll forests, and adjacent tall eucalyptus woodlands. It is found from sea level up to approximately 1,200 meters elevation.
A primarily frugivorous and granivorous species, its diet consists mainly of a diverse array of native fruits, seeds, nectar from flowering trees (especially eucalyptus), and occasionally insect larvae.
Diurnal, the Jonquil Parrot is active from dawn to dusk, often retreating to dense canopy shade during the hottest parts of the day. It forages adeptly in the upper canopy, utilizing its strong beak and agile feet to manipulate fruits, seeds, and blossoms. During the breeding season, pairs become...
Endemic to the tropical and subtropical forests of northeastern Australia, the Jonquil Parrot is primarily found along the coastal and sub-coastal regions of Queensland. Its distribution stretches from the Paluma Range National Park in the south northward to the Daintree National Park. Isolated p...
Near Threatened
- The "jonquil" in its name refers to the distinctive bright yellow shoulders, reminiscent of the jonquil flower, a key identification feature. - They possess a specialized beak designed not only for cracking hard seeds but also for delicately extracting nectar from blossoms. - Jonquil Parrots ar...