The Cape parrot (Poicephalus robustus) or Levaillant's parrot is a large, temperate forest dwelling parrot of the genus Poicephalus endemic to South Africa.

2025年3月10日 · The Cape Parrot is a fascinating parrot with a lot to offer as a domesticated pet. It is very rewarding to share your home with a rare and endangered parrot. Learn more about them!

Cape parrots are a species of large Poicephalus parrots that are gaining popularity as pets due to their endearing characteristics. Originally thought to be a subspecies of P. fuscicollis, alongside the brown-necked parrot and grey-headed parrot, it has since been given its own distinct species.

2018年7月8日 · The Cape parrot, or Levaillant’s parrot as it is sometimes called, is an exotic and rare parrot breed which captivates with its beautiful looks and temperate personality.

Large, dark green parrot. Note the red patches on the shoulder and thighs. The head is pale gray, and the underparts green or blue-green. Found at varied elevations in forest, thick woodland, and plantations. No overlap with the similar Brown-necked Parrot. Call is a shriek that is surprisingly high-pitched for such a robust bird.

The Cape Parrot was once the nominate of the species Poicephalus robustus. It is now considered to be a separate species.

2021年1月13日 · One such creature is the Cape parrot. It is South Africa’s only endemic parrot species, and there are believed to be fewer than 2,000 left. Like all members of the Psittaciformes (the parrot family), Cape parrots are charismatic little characters; brightly coloured and intelligent.

2018年5月20日 · The Cape Parrot is a medium to large parrot approximately 251–349 mm in length, and weighs approximately 260–329 g. The feathers on the head, throat and neck are olive yellow to golden brown, while the body and the wings are dark green.

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2020年11月5日 · Also known as Levaillant’s parrot, the Cape parrot is an exotic bird with captivating looks and a warm personality. It’s South Africa’s only native parrot, and bird specialists describe it as one of the prettiest parrot species on the African continent.