Monk Parakeet
NameMonk Parakeet
Common NameMonk Parakeet
Scientific NameMyiopsitta monachus
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)120
Plumage DetailsAdult Monk Parakeets have bright green upperparts, including the back, wings, and tail. The forehead, face, and breast are pale grey, transitioning to a pale yellow-green on the abdomen. Primary flight feathers are blue, and the beak is a distinctive orange or pinkish-orange.
Vocalization / CallMonk Parakeets have a variety of loud, harsh, and chattering calls. Their vocalizations are often described as squawking or screeching, especially when in flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, suburban, agricultural, woodland, savanna
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to temperate and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Feral populations, established from escaped cage birds, are widespread in many urban areas across North America and Europe.
Identifying FeaturesBright green plumage, Grey face and chest, Orange beak, Long pointed tail, Communal stick nests, Often found in urban settings
Description
The Monk Parakeet is a medium-sized, social parrot known for its bright green plumage and grey face and chest. These intelligent birds are highly adaptable, often found in urban environments where they build large communal stick nests.
