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Meyer's parrot (Poicephalus meyeri), also known as the brown parrot, [2] is a species of parrot native to Africa. A Meyer's parrot has grey feathers, turquoise belly, blue rump, and bright yellow markings on the carpal joint of the wings. Most subspecies have some yellow on the top of the head as well.
Meyer's parrot. Order: Psittaciformes Family: Psittacidae. Characteristic features of parrots include a strong curved bill, an upright stance, strong legs, and clawed zygodactyl feet. Many parrots are vividly colored, and some are multi-colored. In size they range from 8 cm (3.1 in) to 1 m (3.3 ft) in length.
The smallest species in the genus is the Meyer's parrot, with adults reaching a body-length of only 22 centimeters (≈ 8,66 in.) and weighing approximately 120 g (≈ 4,23 oz). The largest species, the Cape parrot , by contrast, is usually almost as large as an African grey parrot, adult males reaching a size of 32 centimeters (≈ 12,6 in ...
Meyer's Parrot, Poicephalus meyeri: Approximate ranges of the six races. Colours are assigned suggesting the abdomen colour of the particular race. Date: Jun - Jul 2007. Uploaded to Commons Dec 2007: Source: Self-made using following sources: Zimmerman D.A. et al, Birds of Kenya. 1996. ISBN 1 875091 04 1; The atlas of southern African birds.
Cosmo's mom shared a video on Tuesday, April 16th of the parrot and her 'bro' greeting each other. Make sure your sound is on so you can hear the exchange! She sounds just like my kids!
[9] [10] [11] Many studies have confirmed the unique placement of this group at the base of the parrot tree. [ 3 ] [ 9 ] [ 11 ] [ 10 ] Most authors now recognize this group as a separate taxon [ 3 ] [ 14 ] [ 15 ] containing two families: Nestoridae and Strigopidae.
Related: Parrot 'Barking' at the Dishwasher Repairman Is the Ultimate Guard Dog. Auggie was already dancing as her mom sang and sang. She was attempting to be quiet, but then the bird just had to ...
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