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Greater Vasa Parrot

Greater Vasa Parrot

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The Greater Vasa Parrot is a large, dark-grey parrot endemic to Madagascar and the Comoro Islands, known for its unique breeding biology and long, bare tail.
Where to spot
Forests, woodlands, and savannas on Madagascar and the Comoro Islands.
How to spot
Look for its large size, uniform dull dark grey plumage, and very long, bare-shafted tail feathers. Its calls are distinctive, often described as harsh and metallic. Often seen flying high overhead.
When to spot
Active during the day, often seen in pairs or small groups. Observable year-round.
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File:Coracopsis vasa Masoala-Halle.jpg
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File:Greater vasa parrot (Coracopsis vasa drouardi) female, breeding plumage.jpg
File:Greater vasa parrot (Coracopsis vasa drouardi) female in flight.jpg
File:Ma - Coracopsis vasa - Madeira 1.jpg
File:Coracopsis vasa -Madagascar-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Coracopsis vasa -captive-6a-3c.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Coracopsis vasa -captive-6a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Coracopsis vasa Masoala-Halle.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Greater Vasa Parrots (Coracopsis vasa) (45178672182).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Greater vasa parrot (Coracopsis vasa drouardi) female, breeding plumage.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Greater vasa parrot (Coracopsis vasa drouardi) female in flight.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ma - Coracopsis vasa - Madeira 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Female Greater Vasa Parrots undergo remarkable hormonal changes during breeding season, including losing most of their head feathers and becoming highly dominant and aggressive towards males.
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