We usually imagine parrots as green, red or blue birds. But the world of parrots is much more vast than one would think. As a matter of fact, there are 393 unique species of parrots that are very distinctive from each other. From bronze-winged parrots to sulphur-crested cockatoos, these birds never fail to surprise us with their cleverness and cuteness. So, have you learned about the Pesquet parrot, better known as the Dracula parrot?

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The Pesquet Parrot is a magnificent bird that is also referred to as the Dracula Parrot



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These gorgeous birds are best identified by their black and grey chests, their black beaks and the brushstrokes of their brilliant red feathers



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Their size is nearly 50 cm (20 in) in length. Their weight is approximately 24–28 oz



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Both males and females are very much alike. The one difference between them is that the males have red spots behind their ears.



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These parrots are only present in the mountains of New Guinea



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Unfortunately, these beautiful birds have been targeted by local poachers, which, beyond contributing to habitat loss, has caused the population of Dracula parrots to be alarmingly low.



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Pesquet Parrots are listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species



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Watch them in the video below: