Poicephalus crassus
The Niam-niam Parrot, *Poicephalus crassus*, is a relatively small, robust African parrot, typically measuring about 23 cm (9 inches) in length and weighing around 120-140 grams. Its plumage is predominantly a dull olive-green, with a distinctive dark grey head and neck that contrasts sharply with the greener body, becoming slightly paler on the cheeks and chin. A robust, entirely black beak is a key identification feature, along with its dark iris surrounded by a narrow grey periophthalmic r...
Found primarily in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, particularly gallery forests along rivers, and adjacent woodlands at elevations ranging from lowlands up to 1400 meters.
Primarily frugivorous and granivorous, feeding on a diverse range of seeds, nuts, berries, and fruits, with some evidence of consuming insects.
Niam-niam Parrots are diurnal, typically observed in pairs or small family groups, occasionally forming larger foraging flocks outside the breeding season. They are generally quiet and inconspicuous, often difficult to spot amidst the dense canopy as they move methodically through the branches. F...
The Niam-niam Parrot is a resident species distributed across a band of central Africa. Its range extends from southeastern Nigeria, eastward through Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and northern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Republic of Congo. It also occurs in south...
Least Concern
- The Niam-niam Parrot is one of the quietest members of the *Poicephalus* genus, making it surprisingly difficult to detect in the dense forest canopy. - Its scientific name 'crassus' means 'fat' or 'thick', likely referring to its relatively robust build compared to other similar-sized parrots....