Shining parrot
The shining parrots, Prosopeia, are a genus of parrots (family Psittaculidae).
| Shining parrots | |
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| Red shining parrot | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Psittaciformes |
| Family: | Psittaculidae |
| Tribe: | Platycercini |
| Genus: | Prosopeia Bonaparte, 1854 |
The genus is endemic to the islands of Fiji, although one species, the maroon shining parrot, has been introduced to Tonga. The three species are also sometimes known as musk parrots.
The shining-parrots have long tails, a languid crow-like flight and very bright plumage.
Species
It contains the following species:
| Image | Scientific name | Common Name | Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Prosopeia personata | Masked shining parrot | Viti Levu in Fiji |
 | Prosopeia tabuensis | Maroon shining parrot | Fiji and Tonga |
 | Prosopeia splendens | Crimson shining parrot | Fiji |
See also
- Birds of Fiji
- Parrots of Oceania
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