The black-lored parrot also known as the Buru green parrot, is a parrot endemic to the Indonesian island of Buru. It is a 40 cm (16 in) long green parrot with black lores, and a turquoise crown. Males have red beaks, and females are gray-brown. The singing is high pitched and more protracted as compared to similar species, such as great-billed parrot.
Region
Maluku Islands
Typical Environment
Occurs throughout forested parts of Buru, using primary evergreen rainforest, mature secondary growth, and forest edges. It favors the mid- to upper canopy where it moves between fruiting trees. Birds may also visit gardens and agroforestry mosaics near forest margins. Riverine corridors and ridgelines with tall trees are frequently used travel routes and feeding sites.
Altitude Range
0–1200 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
Also called the Buru green parrot, it is confined to Buru Island in Indonesia and is noted for its striking black lores and turquoise-tinged crown. Males have a bright red bill, while females show a gray-brown bill and slightly duller tones. Its calls are high-pitched and more prolonged than similar Tanygnathus parrots, such as the great-billed parrot. Habitat loss and trapping are the main pressures on this island-restricted species.
Temperament
wary but social
Flight Pattern
strong direct flight with steady, shallow wingbeats
Social Behavior
Usually seen in pairs or small, loose flocks that travel between fruiting trees. Nests in tree cavities; pairs are likely monogamous and maintain close contact calls while foraging. Outside the breeding period, birds may gather at favored roosts along forest edges.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Loud, high-pitched ringing calls delivered in series, more prolonged than closely related species. Contact notes carry far over the canopy, with sharper scolds when disturbed.
