Psittacella madaraszi
The Madarasz's Tiger Parrot, Psittacella madaraszi, is a captivating small parrot endemic to the montane forests of New Guinea. Measuring typically 13-14 cm (5.1-5.5 inches) in length, this species is characterized by its vibrant green plumage, a striking red rump, and distinctive fine black barring across its back and flanks, earning it the "tiger" moniker. Males are further adorned with an olive-brown crown, a yellowish collar on the hindneck, and subtle blue cheek patches, features largely...
Found primarily in montane rainforests, cloud forests, and mossy forests at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,800 meters (3,300–9,200 feet), occasionally higher.
Their diet consists mainly of seeds from various montane trees and shrubs, small fruits, berries, and flower buds, occasionally supplemented with insects or their larvae.
Madarasz's Tiger Parrots are typically observed in pairs or small family groups, often numbering up to 10-12 individuals, though they are generally quite cryptic and inconspicuous within the dense forest canopy. They are diurnal, spending their days foraging quietly amongst the foliage, often cli...
The Madarasz's Tiger Parrot is strictly endemic to the central mountain ranges of New Guinea, encompassing both Papua New Guinea and the Indonesian provinces of Papua. Its distribution is fragmented, following the major montane blocks, from the Weyland Mountains in the west, eastward through the ...
Least Concern
- The Madarasz's Tiger Parrot is named after Gyula Madarász, a Hungarian ornithologist who described many species from New Guinea. - Despite its vibrant green plumage and red rump, this parrot is surprisingly difficult to spot in its dense montane forest habitat due to its cryptic behavior and qu...