Green-cheeked Parakeet
NameGreen-cheeked Parakeet
Common NameGreen-cheeked Parakeet
Scientific NamePyrrhura molinae
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage with a dark brown to black cap, bright green cheeks, and a reddish-brown patch on the lower abdomen. The chest and neck show a scaly pattern of white or pale grey, while the primary flight feathers are blue and the tail is maroon.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of high-pitched screeches, chattering, and softer chirps. They are known to be quite noisy, especially when in flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to central and western South America, including Bolivia, Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay, inhabiting forested areas and woodlands.
Identifying Featuresgreen cheeks, dark cap, reddish belly patch, scaly chest pattern, maroon tail, small size
Description
The Green-cheeked Parakeet is a small, vibrant parrot known for its playful and social nature. It features a predominantly green body with a distinctive dark cap and a reddish belly patch, often found in flocks in its native South American habitats.
