Shining-parrot
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The shining-parrots, Prosopeia, are a genus of parrots (family Psittacidae). The genus is endemic to the islands of Fiji, although one species, the Red 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. It contains the following species:
- Masked Shining-parrot (Prosopeia personata)
- Red Shining-parrot (Prosopeia tabuensis)
- Crimson Shining-parrot (Prosopeia splendens)
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