Seychelles parakeet

Psittacula calthrapae

The Seychelles parakeet (Psittacula calthrapae) is a small, colorful parrot endemic to the Seychelles archipelago. It has a predominantly green plumage with a distinctive red forehead and blue wing feathers. These parakeets are known for their playful and social nature, often found in small flocks in the dense forests of the Seychelles. They are primarily frugivorous, feeding on a variety of fruits and seeds. Due to habitat loss and predation by invasive species, the Seychelles parakeet is considered vulnerable to extinction.

Habitat: Dense forests of the Seychelles

Seychelles parakeet

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