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Lifespan, longevity, and ageing

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Maximum longevity: 12 years (captivity) Observations: One animal was still alive after 12 years in captivity (Brouwer et al. 2000).
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Salvadori's fig parrot

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Salvadori's fig parrot (Psittaculirostris salvadorii) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae endemic to the northern part of the Papua province in Indonesia.

Its name is in honour of Italian zoologist and ornithologist Tommaso Salvadori.

Description

These birds are sexually dimorphic. The male of the species has an orange breast patch and yellow cheeks, while the female has a pale blue breast patch and greenish-yellow cheeks. The juveniles of the species all resemble females until adult plumage begins to grow in.

Diet

Salvadori's fig parrot is a frugivore; the diet consists mainly of figs and other fruit.

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Salvadori's fig parrot: Brief Summary

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Salvadori's fig parrot (Psittaculirostris salvadorii) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae endemic to the northern part of the Papua province in Indonesia.

Its name is in honour of Italian zoologist and ornithologist Tommaso Salvadori.

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