Loriculus catamene
The Sangihe Hanging Parrot (Loriculus catamene) is a striking, diminutive parrot, endemic to the Sangihe Islands of Indonesia. Measuring approximately 13-14 cm (5-5.5 inches) in length, it is predominantly emerald green, adorned with brilliant red patches on its forehead, throat, and a vivid crimson rump, a hallmark of the Loriculus genus. Males typically exhibit a more extensive and intense red throat patch compared to females, though sexual dimorphism is subtle. Its distinctive field marks ...
Primary forest, forest edge, and secondary growth from lowlands up to about 1000 meters elevation, often utilizing coconut plantations for foraging.
Primarily nectar from various flowers, supplemented by soft fruits like figs, flower blossoms, and small seeds, foraging with remarkable agility high in the tree canopy.
These highly agile parrots are diurnal, spending their days actively foraging high in the canopy, often in pairs or small family groups. Their most iconic behavior is roosting and often feeding upside-down, clinging precariously with one or both feet. Foraging involves meticulously probing flower...
The Sangihe Hanging Parrot is strictly endemic to the Sangihe Islands, an archipelago located north of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Its known distribution is primarily centered on the main island of Sangihe Besar, with unconfirmed and sporadic reports from nearby smaller islands like Siau. It inhabits bo...
Vulnerable
- The Sangihe Hanging Parrot's scientific genus name, Loriculus, means "small parrot," fitting its diminutive size. - It is one of the very few bird species globally known to consistently roost upside down, a behavior unique to the Loriculus genus. - Despite its vibrant green plumage, its small s...