Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot

Micropsitta bruijnii

The Buff-faced Pygmy Parrot (Micropsitta bruijnii) is a small, colorful parrot species found in the forests of New Guinea. This species is known for its diminutive size, vibrant plumage, and unique feeding habits. Buff-faced Pygmy Parrots primarily feed on lichen and fungi, using their specialized beaks to extract these food sources from tree bark. They are often found in small groups and are known for their acrobatic flight patterns. The species is highly adapted to forest habitats and plays a crucial role in the ecosystem as seed dispersers and pollinators.

Habitat: Tropical forests of New Guinea