The azure-rumped parrot is a large bird endemic to Indonesia. It is found in Sulawesi and the Sangir Islands. It was previously conspecific with the blue-backed parrot, which is differentiated with its red iris and blue back versus the azure-rumped parrot's yellow iris and plain back. It is found in forests. Flocks are small and often active at night. Its main threats are habitat loss and trapping for the pet trade.
Region
Wallacea (Indonesia)
Typical Environment
Occupies primary and secondary lowland to hill forests, including forest edges, riverine forest, and mixed agroforestry with tall remnant trees. Often visits fruiting trees in disturbed habitats and plantations near forest. Roosts high in the canopy and uses tall emergent trees for perching and nesting. Occasionally enters village orchards when suitable fruit is available.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 1200 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 2/5
The azure-rumped parrot is a large, crepuscular parrot endemic to Indonesia, occurring on Sulawesi and the Sangihe Islands. It was formerly lumped with the blue-backed parrot but differs in its yellow iris and lack of a bright blue back, instead showing an azure-toned rump. Small flocks are often most vocal and active at dusk and during the night. Habitat loss and trapping for the cage-bird trade are the primary threats.
Temperament
wary and crepuscular
Flight Pattern
strong, direct flight with rapid wingbeats between canopy trees
Social Behavior
Usually seen in pairs or small, loose flocks that keep to the upper canopy. Nests in cavities of large dead or living trees, with strong pair bonds. Uses traditional communal roosts and may commute between feeding sites and roosts at dusk and dawn.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Vocalizations are loud, harsh squawks and ringing notes, often given in flight. Calls carry far through the forest, especially at dusk and into the night. Daytime calling is less frequent and more subdued.
