The Sangihe Hanging Parrot is a critically endangered and highly restricted parrot species endemic to Sangihe Island, Indonesia. It is a small, predominantly green parrot with a red forehead and rump.
Where to spot
Remaining forest patches on Sangihe Island, Indonesia.
How to spot
Requires dedicated searching in its very limited forest habitat. Listen for quiet, high-pitched calls, as they can be easily missed.
When to spot
Year-round, but sightings are rare due to its critically endangered status.
Where to spot
Remaining forest patches on Sangihe Island, Indonesia.
How to spot
Requires dedicated searching in its very limited forest habitat. Listen for quiet, high-pitched calls, as they can be easily missed.
When to spot
Year-round, but sightings are rare due to its critically endangered status.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is one of the most threatened parrots in the world due to extensive habitat loss on its small island home, making every sighting significant.
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