About the Sumba Eclectus
The Sumba eclectus, or Cornelia's eclectus is a parrot species which is native to Sumba. Also larger than the Moluccan eclectus, the male is a paler shade of green overall and has a bluer tail. The female has an all red plumage, except for the primaries which are a dark royal blue, and can be differentiated from the Tanimbar eclectus by the lack of yellow to her tail.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Eclectus cornelia |
| Species Codes | eclpar2, SUEC |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sumba Eclectus belong to?
The Sumba Eclectus (Eclectus cornelia) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sumba Eclectus?
The Sumba Eclectus is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sumba Eclectus?
The Sumba eclectus, or Cornelia's eclectus is a parrot species which is native to Sumba. Also larger than the Moluccan eclectus, the male is a paler shade of green overall and has a bluer tail. The female has an all red plumage, except for the primaries which are a dark royal blue, and can be differ...
Where can I report a Sumba Eclectus sighting?
You can log sightings of Sumba Eclectus on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eclpar2, or on iNaturalist.
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