Region: Oceania
In the lush and distinctive ecosystems of Oceania, which includes Australasia, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia, parrots fill unique ecological niches. Cockatoos, lorikeets, Kea and Kākāpo, with their striking plumages and bizarre adaptations, are an important part of the exceptional diversity of this area.
Oceania's parrots are in a serious decline, driven primarily by predation by introduced predators. This is in tandem with habitat loss due to human activities, where vast tracts of their natural ranges are rapidly being converted for agriculture, urban development and resource extraction. This not only reduces their living spaces but also impacts essential resources such as food and nesting areas.
Climate change poses a new threat to the survival of these parrots by increasing extreme weather events, which affect their breeding cycles and food availability. In addition, pollution in their habitats lead to serious health issues for individual birds.
The World Parrot Trust leads fieldwork and supports in-country conservation in:
Conducting vital research
Helping wild parrots recover from human-wildlife conflicts
The survival of Oceania's unique parrots depends on us all. By addressing the dangers facing these birds, we ensure that they can continue to thrive in the wild.
Learn about the long-term efforts the World Parrot Trust is supporting in Oceania.
