Maroon-bellied Parakeet
NameMaroon-bellied Parakeet
Common NameMaroon-bellied Parakeet
Scientific NamePyrrhura frontalis
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)80
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage with a brownish-green crown and nape. The breast and upper belly have a scaly appearance due to pale feather edges, leading to a prominent maroon-red patch on the lower belly. It has a white eye-ring, dark bill, and a reddish-brown tail, especially on the underside.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its noisy vocalizations, including a variety of chattering, screeching, and whistling calls. Their calls are often described as harsh, high-pitched screeches, particularly when in flight or feeding.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and Uruguay.
Identifying FeaturesMaroon-red belly patch, Brownish-green head and nape, Scaly breast pattern, White eye-ring, Overall green body, Reddish-brown tail
Description
The Maroon-bellied Parakeet is a medium-sized, predominantly green parrot with a distinctive maroon patch on its lower belly. It is a social bird, often found in flocks, feeding on fruits and seeds in forested and semi-open areas.
