Great-billed Parrot
Great-billed Parrot
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The Great-billed Parrot is a large and impressive parrot species found across eastern Indonesia and New Guinea. It is named for its proportionally enormous red bill, which contrasts with its predominantly green plumage.
Where to spot
Inhabits lowland forests, forest edges, and cultivated areas across New Guinea, the Maluku Islands, and other eastern Indonesian islands.
How to spot
Identify by its large size and unmistakable, disproportionately large red bill. Listen for its loud, deep, and guttural calls, which are often given in flight. They can be found in pairs or small groups.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen flying purposefully between trees or feeding in the canopy. Most vocal in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Inhabits lowland forests, forest edges, and cultivated areas across New Guinea, the Maluku Islands, and other eastern Indonesian islands.
How to spot
Identify by its large size and unmistakable, disproportionately large red bill. Listen for its loud, deep, and guttural calls, which are often given in flight. They can be found in pairs or small groups.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen flying purposefully between trees or feeding in the canopy. Most vocal in the early morning and late afternoon.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Great-billed Parrot's massive bill is incredibly strong, allowing it to crack open the hardest nuts and seeds, which form a significant part of its diet, showcasing a powerful adaptation.
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