Fiji Parrotfinch - BirdForum Opus

Photo by Matalevu
Suva, Fiji, August 2006

Erythrura pealii

Identification

10cm

Distribution

Endemic to Fiji: found on Kandavu, Viti Levu, Vanua Levu and Taveuni.

Taxonomy

This male shows unusual amounts of blue feathering that is thought to be caused by feather wear
Photo by Ian_M
University Gardens, Suva, Fiji, March 2005

This is a monotypic species^[1].

Habitat

A common bird found everywhere from urban gardens to primary forest and open areas.

Behaviour

The forest birds are much less confiding than urban birds and will soon take flight if approached. In urban areas it is often seen feeding on the seeds of lawn grass.

Diet

Graminivorous, insectivorous, and also feeds on nectar and small berries.

Fledgling
Photo by Ian_M
University Gardens, Suva, Fiji, February 2005

References

1. Clements, J. F., T. S. Schulenberg, M. J. Iliff, B.L. Sullivan, C. L. Wood, and D. Roberson. 2013. The eBird/Clements checklist of birds of the world: Version 6.8., with updates to August 2013. Downloaded from http://www.birds.cornell.edu/clementschecklist/download/
2. BF Member observations

• List of references

Recommended Citation

• BirdForum Opus contributors. (2025) Fiji Parrotfinch. In: BirdForum, the forum for wild birds and birding. Retrieved 4 May 2025 from https://www.birdforum.net/opus/Fiji_Parrotfinch

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