Cook's parakeet

Cyanoramphus cookii

Cook's parakeet (Cyanoramphus cookii) is a small parrot species endemic to the Cook Islands in the South Pacific. These vibrant green parakeets are known for their playful and social nature. They have a distinctive red crown and a blue band across the forehead. Cook's parakeets are often found in forested areas and are known for their acrobatic flight and cheerful calls. They primarily feed on fruits, seeds, and flowers, and are known to form strong pair bonds. Due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species, the population of Cook's parakeet is declining, and conservation efforts are underway to protect this charming species.

Habitat: Forested areas