Timneh Parrot
Timneh Parrot (<em>Psittacus timneh</em>) is a species of African &amp; New World Parrots (<em>Psittacidae</em>) in the order Parrots.
Overview
Timneh Parrot (Psittacus timneh) is a species of African & New World Parrots (Psittacidae) in the order Parrots.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Psittacus; binomial: Psittacus timneh; authority: Fraser, 1844.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Distinct genetics, plumage, bill color, vocals; parapatry with uncertain hybridization. Principe population may merit recognition as a subspecies P. t. princeps Alexander, 1909 (Melo & O'Ryan 2007; BirdLife 2012).
