Facts about Eclectus Parrot

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   Vocalizations of Eclectus parrots include a distinctive loud, metallic call that can reach 125 decibels, making them among the loudest parrot species in their rainforest habitat.

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   An Eclectus parrot's lifespan in captivity averages 40 to 60 years, making them one of the longest-lived parrot species.

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   Clutches of Eclectus parrots typically contain two eggs, with incubation lasting approximately 30 days before chicks hatch.

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   Native to rainforests of New Guinea and nearby islands, Eclectus parrots possess specialized papillae on their tongues that help them extract nectar and pollen from flowering trees.

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   Eclectus parrots in captivity require a diet exceptionally high in fruit, consuming up to 60 percent of their daily intake from fruits like figs and pomegranates.

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   Eclectus parrots are among the few parrot species where females are more aggressive and dominant than males, reversing typical avian hierarchies.

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   Extreme sexual dimorphism characterizes Eclectus parrots, with males displaying bright green plumage while females exhibit predominantly red and blue coloring.

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