It is listed as critically endangered due to its almost complete absence in the wild. Unrestrained poaching for cage-bird trade has caused the population of this species to plunge.
This species is heavily targeted by poachers to be offered on cage bird trade. Its population continues to decline for the last recent years. It is reported that there is no more sighting in its natural distribution.
This species has been highly traded for the cage-bird trade. Its restricted distribution and relentless poaching have been the major concerns of its conservation status
