Green-cheeked Parakeet
Classification: Order: Psittaciformes, Family: Psittacidae, Genus: Pyrrhura, Species: P. molinae
Brief Description
A small, long-tailed parrot known for its playful personality and distinctive dark head and maroon tail markings.
Additional Information
- Region of Origin: South America (specifically Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay)
- Typical Sighting Period: Year-round (non-migratory)
- Plumage Details: Predominantly green body with a grey/brown crown, white scaling on the neck, blue primary wing feathers, and a maroon/red tail.
- Ecological Significance: Acts as a seed disperser within forest ecosystems, contributing to the regeneration of native tree species.
- Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)
- Observation Tips: Look for them in woodland and forest canopies; they are often loud and travel in small flocks, making them easier to hear than see among green foliage.