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Large Fig Parrot

Cyclopsitta desmarestii

Large Fig Parrot (Cyclopsitta desmarestii) — Parrots & Cockatoos of Australia & Oceania.

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The Large Fig Parrot (Cyclopsitta desmarestii) is a member of the Psittaculidae family found in Australia & Oceania.

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Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Psittaciformes
  3. Family Psittaculidae Old World Parrots
  4. Genus Cyclopsitta
  5. Species desmarestii

Where it lives

New Guinea and northwestern satellites

Quick facts

Family
Psittaculidae

Biology & behaviour

The Large Fig Parrot (Cyclopsitta desmarestii) 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 New Guinea and nw satellites.

This profile is being expanded. We’re adding identification tips, calls, behaviour and conservation notes for the Large 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.

Conservation

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