Blue-naped Parrot

Scientific name:	Tanygnathus lucionensis
Habitat:	Forest and Forest edge.
Birdwatch note:	Blue nape, red bill, green back, black and gold wings separate it from the other parrots. Endemic although feral population now exists in Sabah. Uncommon, becoming rare due to habitat loss and illegal pet trade.
Photo credit:	Romy Ocon, www.pbase.com/liquidstone

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