Parrot with a Tilted Head Coloring Page

About this page

Facing the viewer, a parrot tilts its head to one side as if curious about something just out of sight. Its crest tips to the left, two big eyes sit on either side of a big curved beak, and a fluffy ruff of scalloped feathers frames the chest. Both wings hang down at the sides, each with a few overlapping rows, and a short fan of tail feathers pokes out between the legs. The feet are planted wide at the bottom of the page. The pose is centered and almost symmetrical, which makes the face the main attraction. With no props, the focus stays on the bird's curious expression. This easy page suits kids who like funny faces, and it gives a quick chance to choose a bold or subtle color scheme.

In this picture

• parrot
• tilted head
• big beak
• chest ruff
• two wings
• tail feathers
• clawed feet
• crest

Coloring ideas

• Make the chest ruff a lighter color than the back so the scallops show
• Give the two wings matching colors for a tidy, even look
• Color the beak in a strong contrast to the face
• Use a surprising head color, like teal, with a warm body

Suggested palette

• teal
• yellow
• red
• orange
• cream
• gray

Good for

• a funny-faces drawing session
• a quick warm-up before writing
• a bird-themed classroom door decoration

Coloring tips

• Start with the largest areas, then add detail.
• Test markers on spare paper to prevent bleed-through.
• Use lighter layers first when working with colored pencils.

Print guide

1. Choose the PDF that matches your paper size.
2. Print at 100% scale or “actual size”.
3. Use portrait orientation and normal print quality.