NAMA | NAME
NURI-ARA BESAR
LARGE FIG-PARROT
(Psittaculirostris desmarestii)
TAKSONOMI | TAXONOMY
Kerajaan Animalia Kingdom
Filum Chordata Phylum
Kelas Aves Class
Ordo Psittaciformes Order
Famili Psittacidae Family
Genus Psittaculirostris Genus
Psittaculirostris desmarestii, umumnya dikenal sebagai nuri-ara Desmarest, adalah spesies nuri asli Indonesia yang menarik. Dia milik keluarga Psittacidae dan ordo Psittaciformes. Nuri-ara Desmarest adalah nuri yang relatif sedang, berukuran panjang sekitar 33-36 cm. Ia memiliki bulu yang sebagian besar berwarna hijau dengan wajah dan tenggorokan hijau kekuningan. Paruhnya berwarna hitam.
Psittaculirostris desmarestii, commonly known as the large fig-parrot, is a fascinating species of parrot native to Indonesia. It belongs to the family Psittacidae and the order Psittaciformes. The large fig-parrot is a relatively medium parrot, measuring about 33-36 cm in length. It has a mainly green plumage with a yellowish-green face and throat. The bill is black.
DISTRIBUSI DAN HABITAT | DISTRIBUTION AND HABITAT
Nuri-ara Desmarest endemik Indonesia, khususnya ditemukan di Papua dan Papua Nugini. Burung beo ini terutama mendiami hutan hujan dataran rendah dan perbukitan, terutama daerah dengan pohon ara. Mereka sering ditemukan di kanopi hutan.
The large fig-parrot is endemic to Indonesia, specifically found on Papua and New Guinea. These parrots primarily inhabit lowland and hill rainforests, particularly areas with fig trees. They are often found in the forest canopy.
DIET DAN NUTRISI | DIET AND NUTRITION
Seperti namanya, nuri-ara Desmarest memiliki preferensi yang kuat untuk buah ara. Dia terutama memakan buah dari berbagai spesies ara, meskipun mungkin juga mengonsumsi buah-buahan, biji-bijian, dan serangga.
As the name suggests, the large fig-parrot has a strong preference for figs. It primarily feeds on the fruits of various fig species, although it may also consume other fruits, seeds, and insects.
SIFAT UTAMA DAN FAKTA UNIK | KEY TRAITS AND FUN FACTS
Burung nuri ini diketahui bersarang di lubang pohon, biasanya memilih pohon tua atau yang sudah lapuk. Nuri-ara Desmarest besar menghasilkan berbagai panggilan, termasuk suara bernada tinggi dan pekikan. Mereka sering berbunyi selagi terbang.
These parrots are known to nest in tree hollows, typically choosing old or decaying trees. Large fig-parrots produce various calls, including high-pitched notes and squawks. They are often vocal during flight.
STATUS KONSERVASI | CONSERVATION STATUS
Menurut IUCN Red List, nuri-ara Desmarest terdaftar sebagai “Risiko Rendah.” Hilangnya habitat disebabkan oleh deforestasi dan konversi lahan untuk pertanian. Dia juga terancam oleh perangkap untuk perdagangan hewan peliharaan ilegal.
According to the IUCN Red List, the large fig-parrot is listed as “Least Concern.” Habitat loss is caused by deforestation and conversion of land for agriculture. It is also threatened by trapping for the illegal pet trade.
