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Philipine Blue Nape

Bali Mynah, Great Billed, Red Vented Cockatoo, Philipine Blue Nape, Hanging Parrot Blue Crown Conservation Program

Physical Characteristics

  • Size and Build: This parrot typically measures about 31 cm (12 inches) in length and weighs between 148 and 231 grams. It has a slender build, a powerful head, and a large, prominent candy-red bill.

  • Coloration:Body: Primarily bright green, becoming more yellowish-green on the underparts.
    Head: Features a distinctive light blue patch that extends from the back of the crown to the upper nape.
    Wings: The wings have a "scalloped" appearance with black coverts edged in orange-buff or yellowish-green.
    Lower Body: The lower back and rump are often pale blue.

  • Subspecies Differences: There are several recognized subspecies, such as T. l. hybridus (less blue on the head) and T. l. salvadorii (all-green back).


Blue-naped Parrot — Wild Population Facts (2026)


The Blue-naped Parrot (Tanygnathus lucionensis), also known as the Luzon parrot or Philippine green parrot, is native to the Philippines and nearby islands. This striking medium-sized parrot is recognized for its bright green body and blue nape.

Wild Population Status


According to the IUCN Red List, the Blue-naped Parrot is currently classified as Near Threatened, reflecting declining wild numbers due to habitat loss and trapping for the bird trade.

Threats Facing the Species


The Blue-naped Parrot’s population is shrinking primarily because of:

Loss and fragmentation of forest habitat

Illegal trapping and trade pressure

Regional declines on multiple islands Even in protected areas, enforcement is often limited, so threats continue.


While the Blue Nape is not critically endangered we do not know of many birds left within the USA. Birds are extremely difficult to import so we would love to add more of these magnificent birds to the USA population so they can be enjoyed in future generations.

Bali Mynah, Great Billed, Red Vented Cockatoo, Philipine Blue Nape, Hanging Parrot Blue Crown Conservation Program
Bali Mynah, Great Billed, Red Vented Cockatoo, Philipine Blue Nape, Hanging Parrot Blue Crown Conservation Program
Bali Mynah, Great Billed, Red Vented Cockatoo, Philipine Blue Nape, Hanging Parrot Blue Crown Conservation Program
Bali Mynah, Great Billed, Red Vented Cockatoo, Philipine Blue Nape, Hanging Parrot Blue Crown Conservation Program
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