Black-fronted Fig Parrot

Nannopsittacus nigrifrons

Black-fronted Fig Parrot (Nannopsittacus nigrifrons) — Parrots & Cockatoos of Australia & Oceania.

The Black-fronted Fig Parrot (Nannopsittacus nigrifrons) is a member of the Psittaculidae family found in Australia & Oceania.

We’re still expanding this profile. Verified detail — diet, behaviour, identification and more — is added as our editors and reviewers complete it.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Psittaciformes
Family Psittaculidae Old World Parrots
Genus Nannopsittacus
Species nigrifrons

Where it lives

Northern New Guinea

Australia & Oceania

Quick facts

Family: Psittaculidae
Order: Psittaciformes

Biology & behaviour

The Black-fronted Fig Parrot (Nannopsittacus nigrifrons) is a species of bird in the family Old world parrots (Psittaculidae), part of the order Psittaciformes. It is found across Australia & Oceania. Its breeding range covers AU n New Guinea.

This profile is being expanded. We’re adding identification tips, calls, behaviour and conservation notes for the Black-fronted Fig Parrot — one of the world’s many fascinating parrots & cockatoos. Spotted one? You can log it to your life list and share your photos with the flock.