Cordilleran Parakeet
NameCordilleran Parakeet
Common NameMitred Parakeet
Scientific NamePsittacara mitratus
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)52
Length (cm)36
Weight (g)200
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is primarily bright green, with a prominent red forehead and crown. Small red patches are also visible on the bend of the wing. It has a pale, bare eye-ring and a horn-colored bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of loud, harsh screeches and chattering calls, often given in flight or while perched in groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to the Andes mountains of South America, ranging from central Peru south through Bolivia to northwestern Argentina. Introduced populations exist in other parts of the world.
Identifying FeaturesRed forehead and crown, Overall bright green plumage, Red patches on the bend of the wing, Pale eye-ring, Long, pointed tail
Description
This medium-sized parakeet is predominantly green with a distinctive red forehead and crown. It is a highly social and noisy species, often seen in large flocks foraging in trees.
