There are seven subspecies, all with green wings, red heads and body around the wing, a black cap, grey-black cere, yellow underwings, and blue legs and belly. Most also have a blue nape and mantle (area between wings on the back).
Seven distinct subspecies exhibit green wings with red heads and bodies near the wings. They all have black caps, grey-black cers, yellow undersides, blue legs and bellies, and many also display a blue nape or mantle on their backs.